Youth Pathway

This helpful tipsheet explains how to create, use, and organize your browser Bookmarks.

See our video tutorial to make the most out of your browser bookmarks! KnowledgeFlow – Browser Bookmarks – Video Tutorial

Use this visual to remind yourself and others to use Bookmarks! Using Bookmarks in your browser not only keeps you more organized online but also protects you from scammers!

See our tipsheet to learn how to create, use, and organize your bookmarks! KnowledgeFlow – Browser Bookmarks – Tipsheet

This Tip Sheet explains how to manage your online presence to protect your privacy and personal information. Lie!

The Tip Sheet explains the differences between fresh, stale and dirty cookies and what to do about them. Manage your cookie preferences to protect your privacy.

This guidebook was created in partnership with Victim Services of Durham Region through project KnowledgeShare. It is intended for both individuals and victim support groups. It includes information on how this scam typically happens, responding to the scammers, and removing images from social media platforms. Also see our Sextortion Scam Awareness Tip Sheet for Teens and our Sextortion Scam Awareness resources for more information.

Sextortion is a serious form of online exploitation which can target anyone regardless of age, gender or sexual orientation. Scammers either threaten or socially engineer victims into sharing intimate images/video content and then extort payment by threatening to publicly share or post the images/video content. There is support available – you are not alone. See our Extortion Scam Awareness Tip Sheet for Teens and our Guide For Supporting a Victim of Sextortion resources for more information and support.

Sextortion is a serious form of online exploitation which often targets teenagers and young adults. Scammers either threaten or socially engineer victims into sharing intimate images/video content and then extort payment by threatening to publicly share or post the images/video content. It is important for teens to know that there is support available. See our Extortion Scam Tip Sheet and our Guide For Supporting a Victim of Sextortion resources for more information and support.

Use this tip sheet as a conversation starter in your classroom or home. No one deserves to be bullied. Use #notonmyinternet to call out online bullying when you see it.