If you have something in writing from him on Facebook acknowledging this loss, then whether or not he was robbed is not the issue - he owes you. And if there was a fire, he was probably compensated for your loss. Trouble is he is in Canada. Normally, you would collect in smalls claim court - the written acknowledgement would be proof enough. Check with your local courthouse on what you can do. Perhaps there is not much.

Appears that you would only be able to collect $200 at most - just saw a comparable listing on ebay for about $165.