Paul Dadwal to lead new community advisory group on extortion
Former CFSEU-BC senior officer will chair group bridging community concerns and BC Extortion Task Force.
Citizens, families and businesses in South Asian communities across Canada are under attack. They are being targeted by criminal elements who are engaged in a prolonged campaign of extortion, violence, and destruction.
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The Crisis Is Real
Extortion cases targeting our communities have surged dramatically. In Surrey alone, reported cases increased over 340% from 2024 to 2025.
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Quick Steps When Facing Extortion
⚠️ Remember: Don't panic. We have options.
Extortionists want us to act in fear. Take a breath. Follow these steps.
- Don't pay. Payment rarely stops demands – it often leads to more.
- Don't delete anything. Messages, calls, emails are evidence.
- Stop responding. Silence is safer than engagement.
- Secure accounts. Change passwords, enable 2FA.
- Tell someone trusted. Isolation is the extortionist's weapon.
- Report it. Our reports help protect others.
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Extortion is a crime. We are victims — not wrongdoers.
These crimes target our community because extortionists exploit cultural values around family honor, reputation, and shame. Naming what's happening takes their power away.
Thousands of families across Canada have faced this. Many have come through it. Support exists. Reporting works.
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