
The Firm
Avra Intelligence is a government-licensed private investigation firm based in Toronto. We are engaged by corporations, law firms, and select private clients on matters where discretion is essential and the stakes are high.
Through field operations, enhanced research, human intelligence, and established source networks, we provide insight that is trusted, timely, and actionable. Our clients rely on us to bring clarity to uncertainty and confidence to critical decisions.

Sam Johnson, M.A.
Founder & Principal Investigator
With over 15 years of experience in risk management, complex investigations, and intelligence, Sam Johnson founded Avra Intelligence as a dedicated private investigations division of Sam Johnson Consulting Inc., his Toronto-based risk advisory firm serving global corporations and multi-jurisdictional legal teams.
Sam’s work sits at the intersection of legal, corporate, and operational challenges—bringing clarity where facts are buried and decisions carry weight. His experience spans corporate and industrial risk, investment due diligence, legal investigations, HR and workplace matters, intellectual property protection, and asset tracing and recovery.
Holding a Master of Arts in Criminology and Sociolegal Studies from the University of Toronto, as well as an Honours Bachelor of Arts from York University, Sam combines academic depth with extensive practical expertise. As a licensed investigator authorized by the Ministry of the Solicitor General, he ensures every engagement is executed with discretion, precision, and results.
In keeping with the discreet nature of our work, Avra does not publish the names of its investigators or contractors. This policy safeguards both operational integrity and client confidentiality, while ensuring our professionals operate without compromise.
Advisory Board
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Chris Mathers
Advisor
Crime & Risk Consulting -
Norman J. Groot
Advisor
Legal & Fraud Recovery -
Junior Williams
Advisor
Cyber Intelligence -
Belle Yuan
Advisor
Workplace Investigations