The Tech Wise Interactive Learning Hub
SESSION 5
Safer Banking & Shopping
About The Resource
Welcome to the Tech Wise Interactive Learning Hub, a hands-on extension of the Tech Wise six-part cybersafety series. This page offers practical H5P activities designed to help older adults strengthen their digital safety skills through real-world scenarios and guided practice.
Here, you’ll explore key topics covered in the Tech Wise program, such as recognizing scams, protecting personal information, using strong passwords, and browsing safely online. Each activity helps you apply what you’ve learned in a simple, interactive way using your own device.
Whether you’re new to technology or looking to build confidence online, this resource gives you a safe space to learn, test your knowledge, and become #UnHackable.
Activity Instructions
When you see the “On Your Device” icon in the presentation slide, scroll to the corresponding activity number to the presentation slide and complete the activity. Happy learning!
Enabling 2FA On Bank Accounts
Enabling two-factor authentication (2FA) on your bank accounts adds an essential layer of protection. Even if someone steals or guesses your password, they still can’t get into your account without the second verification step. This extra step helps prevent unauthorized access, protects your savings from fraud, and alerts you immediately if someone tries to sign in. With financial scams on the rise, 2FA is one of the simplest and most effective ways to keep your money and personal information safe.
View the institution-specific 2FA instructions below.
Creating Bookmarks
- Go to the website you want to save. Example: your bank, CRA, or favourite shopping site.
- Look for the star icon near the top of your screen.
- Chrome: star on the right side of the address bar.
- Safari: share button, then “Add Bookmark.”
- Edge: star with a plus sign.
- Firefox: star on the right side of the address bar.
- Click the star. A small box will pop up.
- Choose a name. (Optional) You can rename it to something easy, like “TD Bank Login.”
- Click Save. Your bookmark is now stored.
Where to Find Your Bookmarks
Safari: Tap the book icon or open the Bookmarks menu.
Chrome/Edge/Firefox: Click the three dots or three lines in the top corner, then select Bookmarks.
Remote Access Scam News Article
Scams increase every holiday season because scammers know people are shopping more, expecting package deliveries, and looking for deals. This makes it easier for them to trick you with fake calls, texts, and emails pretending to be from banks, Amazon, or delivery companies. Learn more about the methods scammers are using this holiday season in the article below.
The 12 Scams Of The Holidays
Holiday scams increase each year, and this guide explains the most common ones, such as fake shopping websites, phishing messages, romance and emergency scams, false prize offers, and gift card tricks.
To download the tipsheets, click on Download Tipsheets button below.
Setting up Apple & Google Pay
Apple Pay
- Open the Wallet app.
- Tap the + icon in the top-right corner.
- Select Debit or Credit Card, then tap Continue.
- Add your card by either:
• Scanning it with your iPhone camera
• Entering the card details manually - Enter the card’s expiry date and security code, then tap Next.
- Review and accept the terms and conditions.
- Verify your card with your bank (via email, text, or phone call) and enter the verification code if asked.
- Once confirmed, your card is added and Apple Pay is ready to use.
- To use the card, double-click the off button on the right side of your phone.
- When the card appears, hold your phone to the payment machine to tap as you would a regular debit or credit card.
Google Pay
- Download the App: Most Android phones already have Google Wallet.
- If not, download Google Wallet or Google Pay from the Play Store.
- Open the App: Tap Get Started and sign in with your Google account.
- Allow any permissions the app requests.
- Verify your phone number.
- Make sure your device has a secure screen lock.
- Add a Card: Go to Payment or tap Add Payment Method.
- Scan your card or enter details manually.
- Complete verification through SMS, email, or your bank.
- Set the card as your default if you want.
- Turn On NFC: Check that your phone supports NFC.
- Turn NFC on in your phone’s settings.
- To pay, unlock your phone and hold it near the payment terminal until it confirms.
Setting Up Autodeposit
Setting up Autodeposit helps protect you from e-Transfer fraud. When it’s turned on, money sent to you goes directly into your bank account without needing to answer a security question.
- Log in to your online banking or mobile app.
- Go to the Interac e-Transfer section.
- Look for Autodeposit or Manage Autodeposit.
- Enter your email address (the one people will send money to).
- Choose the bank account where the money should go.
- Confirm and follow any prompts.
- You’ll receive an email from Interac asking you to verify. Click Confirm.
Setting Up Transaction Alerts
Transaction alerts notify you instantly about activity on your bank or credit card account. This helps you spot unauthorized purchases or fraud quickly, so you can act fast to protect your money.
Read the institution-specific instructions on setting up transaction alerts.
Bonus Activity
As a bonus activity, you will have the opportunity to review selected UnHackathon project entry developed by student participants across Canada. These young creators worked hard to design their own cybersecurity resources for seniors, and this is your chance to see their ideas in action.
Please note that the projects may be incomplete or contain inaccuracies, as they were created as part of a learning process. Enjoy reviewing their work and give them a big round of applause for their effort and creativity!
For each entry:
- Discuss what you think was done well.
- Identify what could be improved or was missing.
- Reflect on how the project could better support cyber safety for older adults.
Session 5 Tipsheets
Session 5 Wrap-Up & Checklist
In this session, you strengthened your ability to stay safe while shopping and browsing online. You learned how to protect your devices, recognize scam tactics, secure your financial accounts, and shop safely during the busy holiday season. These skills help reduce the risk of fraud, protect your personal information, and keep your online transactions secure.
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