RCMP and fire departments in Campbell River responded to a suspicious fire about 3 p.m. Monday at a home that had been unoccupied for some time.
There had been recent reports of squatters entering and leaving the residence on 8th Avenue.
Police watched the site overnight Monday and fire investigators were scheduled to arrive today.
Anyone with information is asked to call Campbell River RCMP at 250-286-6221 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).