Eastern Ontario · Licensed Private Investigators
Private Investigator in Ottawa
Garuna Group provides licensed investigation services in Ottawa for counsel, organizations and private clients. We handle the work discreetly and report what is confirmed, what remains a lead and what cannot be established.
Ottawa matters can involve corporate, regulatory, employment and civil-litigation questions that require careful handling and a defensible record.
We scope each assignment around the client’s decision and the lawful sources available. Depending on the issue, the work may include public-record research, interviews, witness location, asset enquiries or surveillance.
Investigation services in Ottawa
Corporate and internal investigations
Fact-finding for suspected fraud, theft, conflicts of interest and employee misconduct. We help define the allegation, preserve relevant material and establish what the available evidence supports.
Litigation support
Witness location, interviews, surveillance, public-record research and other investigative work directed by counsel. Reports are organized with sources and supporting exhibits for legal review.
Asset tracing
Research into real property, corporate interests, security registrations, litigation and other lawful sources. We identify leads and explain what additional legal process may be required.
Due diligence
Background and integrity research on people, companies and counterparties. The scope is matched to the decision, whether it involves a transaction, appointment, supplier or business relationship.
Surveillance and location work
Discreet, lawful observation and location enquiries conducted by licensed investigators. Notes, images and source records are documented throughout the assignment.
Workplace investigations
Independent enquiries into harassment, discrimination, policy breaches and other workplace complaints, with attention to procedural fairness and applicable privacy obligations.
Who hires us in Ottawa
Our Ottawa clients include law firms, employers, associations, regulated organizations and private individuals. We do not imply government access or special authority; the work uses lawful sources and properly licensed investigators.
Some matters are suited to a focused records search. Others require fieldwork, interviews or coordination with counsel. We recommend the smallest lawful scope that can answer the question, and we will say plainly when an investigator is not the right solution.
How an engagement works
1. Define the question
We discuss the facts you already have, the decision you need to make and any legal or time constraints.
2. Agree on scope
You receive a written plan that sets out the work, deliverables, timing and fees before the investigation begins.
3. Investigate
We use the lawful records, research, interviews or fieldwork relevant to the assignment and provide updates at agreed points.
4. Report
The final report separates confirmed facts from unverified leads and explains important gaps or limitations.
Serving Ottawa and Eastern Ontario surrounding area
We serve Ottawa, Kanata, Nepean, Orléans and the National Capital Region, with coverage across Eastern Ontario and coordination for work elsewhere in Canada when permitted.
Garuna Group is a Toronto-based Ontario agency. We serve Ottawa without suggesting that we maintain a local office there. If work is required outside Ontario, we confirm the licensing and local-partner requirements before it begins.
Frequently asked questions
Are private investigators licensed in Ontario?
Yes. Private investigators and investigative agencies in Ontario are regulated under the Private Security and Investigative Services Act. You can review licensing information on the Government of Ontario website.
How much does a private investigator in Ottawa cost?
Cost depends on the objective, available information, travel and the type of work required. After a confidential intake, we provide a written scope and fee estimate before work begins.
What can a private investigator legally do?
A licensed investigator can conduct lawful public-record and open-source research, interviews, location enquiries and surveillance in places where there is no reasonable expectation of privacy. Investigators cannot access private bank, phone or government records without proper authority.
Will the investigation remain confidential?
We limit information to the people assigned to the matter and agree on reporting contacts at the outset. No investigator can promise absolute confidentiality in every circumstance, particularly if disclosure is required by law or a court.
How quickly can work begin?
Timing depends on the assignment and investigator availability. Urgent deadlines should be included in your first message so we can confirm what is realistic before you rely on a date.