http://www.bcsc.bc.ca/about.asp?id=16The number I was provided matches the first 6 digits of the listed contact number on the BC Securities Commissions website, assuming they use DDI's it looks like this may be a legitimate contact. I'll call them when timezones permit and I'll provide the number as required to anyone who has been scammed by "blacklilac".
http://www.canada411.ca/ has a reverse phone number lookup service, it would be worthwhile running the number there to see if it is indeed the BCSC or if it's just someone trying to suss out how much info you have.
Good call, however I actually called the number and it indeed went to the voicemail of someone at BC Securities Commission. This is turning out to be a very interesting development. The private investigator had this to say "I can tell you that if the person is legit, the BCSC is very aggressive and effective in pursuing and prosecuting violators".
My only concern is that it seems they're mandate is based around fraudulent investments rather than consumer purchases but if it pours more dirt on his coffin then that's fine by me.