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Tech Wise: A Practical, Hands-On Cybersafety Series for Seniors
November 4 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Session 1: Spotting Scams & Fraud
Registration for all six sessions is now full due to high demand. Thank you for your interest. Please keep an eye out for future offerings.
Program Overview
Presented by the KnowledgeFlow Cybersafety Foundation, and in partnership with the Town of Ajax, this workshop series offers a safe, friendly, and practical space to learn essential online safety skills. Each session is interactive, with real-time practice on your own phone, tablet, or laptop, or you can borrow a device if needed.
Session 1 Breakdown
In Session 1, you will learn how to recognize the most common scams targeting seniors, whether they arrive by phone, email, text, or other digital platforms. You’ll explore how scammers package their messages to create urgency or emotion, and how their real goal is to access your money, personal information, or accounts. You’ll also learn to treat links, attachments, and unexpected requests with caution. By understanding these red flags — fear, urgency, authority, and money. You’ll build a strong foundation for spotting scams early and staying safe online.
Participant Materials
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What makes this program unique:
- Fraud Prevention Lens: Scam awareness is woven into every session
- AI Awareness Built-In: Learn how artificial intelligence is shaping online scams, including voice cloning, fake messages, and deepfake content
- Hands-On Practice: Work directly on your own device, or borrow one
- #UnHackable Framework: Be Private, Be Secure, Be Skeptical, Be Positive
- Flexible Learning: Attend all six sessions for the full experience, or drop in for the ones you need most
Session Breakdown: Learning To Become Tech Wise
Session 1 – Spotting Scams & Fraud: Your First Line of Defense
Learn how to spot common scams targeting seniors, including phone fraud, fake emails, and suspicious texts. Understand the four scam red flags: fear, urgency, authority, and money. This session builds the foundation; knowing what to look for helps you stop scams before they start.
If you believe that you have been a target of fraud, report the crime to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.
Session 2 – Protecting Accounts & Devices: Tools to Keep Hackers Out
Go beyond passwords. Learn to use password managers, enable two-factor authentication, and secure your devices against identity theft. You don’t need to remember everything; use the right tools to lock out threats.
Session 3 – Safer Email & Messaging: Spot the Tricks, Protect Your Inbox
Learn how to identify fake messages, unsafe attachments, and spoofed numbers. Get comfortable verifying senders before you click or reply. Every message isn’t what it seems; learn to stay skeptical and safe.
Session 4 – Safer Browsing & Social Media: Stay Connected, Stay in Control
Understand privacy settings on Facebook and other platforms, block unsafe ads, manage permissions, and browse more safely. You can enjoy social media without oversharing or putting your information at risk.
Session 5 – Protecting Your Money & Information: Safe Banking, Shopping, and Services
Practice safe online banking, recognize fake websites, and learn how to use secure Wi-Fi for sensitive activities. If money or personal info is involved, it’s worth taking an extra moment to stay secure.
Session 6 – Managing Your Digital Assets: Safeguard Your Online Valuables
Your digital photos, accounts, and information matter. Learn how to control your digital footprint, reduce data collection, and manage your accounts with tools like asset inventories and legacy planning. Your digital life is valuable; take control and protect what matters.
What You’ll Get
- Personalized, hands-on support from trained facilitators
- Use of a loaner device, if needed
- Free printed resources to take home
- Access to our online CyberSafety Academy for optional self-paced learning with certificates: CybersafetyAcademy.org
- Ongoing support via KnowledgeFlow.org and community resources
About KnowledgeFlow
KnowledgeFlow Cybersafety Foundation is Canada’s nonprofit leader in community-focused digital safety education. We believe everyone; especially older adults—deserves to feel safe and confident using technology. Our mission is to empower people with practical skills to recognize risks, protect their information, and enjoy the digital world without fear.
This program is proudly presented in partnership with the Town of Ajax, supporting seniors in our community with free, trusted digital safety education.
