SafeOnline Education

02/07/2025

Dear friends. I wanted to share a tip with you. Part of the new iOS. Update includes Apple AI. It 'learns' from your phone use and from individual apps. This includes your banking apps and any other app that includes your financial information. I recommend that you go to your settings and turn off learning.  See the video below for exactly how this works. Stay SafeOnline! 

10/29/2024

👻 Cyber Tricks No One Wants This Halloween!

From zombie subscriptions to phantom friend requests, the digital world has its own magic carpet of frights! This Halloween, make sure you know how to spot these tricks and keep safe online. Get my top tips to keep the treats without the tricks! 🎃

Online 'tricks' can haunt anyone. Here's some safety 'treats'!Halloween brings all kinds of spooky thrills, but there's no lack of scary things online. Mean spirits, frightening scams and online trolls use tactics designed to fool and humiliate people of all ages; families, seniors and students. Thi...

10/16/2024

Scammers are getting sneakier, and seniors are their top targets. 💻 From fake grandkid emergencies to deepfake trickery, the online world can be a risky place for older adults. But there’s good news—knowledge is power! 💡 Join SafeOnline’s Senior Cyber Safety workshops to help your loved ones stay scam-free and confident online. Learn the latest tactics, protect your family, and turn the tables on scammers! 💪

Let’s face it—scammers are jerks. And unfortunately, they seem to have a special interest in targeting our seniors. With the internet being both a blessing and a curse, it’s more important than ever to keep an eye on the new threats facing older adults online. From fake grandkid emergencies to...

10/11/2024

🌟 Empowering Early Childhood Educators to Tackle Tech Challenges! 🌟
On September 19th, I led an amazing workshop at Fairmont Hot Springs, B.C., sponsored by Health Canada and Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House. We discussed how technology impacts kids aged 0-6 and shared ways to help parents reduce online harms. The passion from the early childhood educators was inspiring! Together, we’re making sure the next generation grows up safe and tech-savvy. 💡👶🖥️

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📌 How are you navigating screen time with your little ones? Share your tips below! I'd love to hear them.

The 'Tech Savvy Parenting' Workshop is designed for support workers who engage with young parents and children aged 0-6, offering practical tools to address the challenges of parenting in the digital age. This interactive workshop equips support workers to guide families in managing technology use,....

10/09/2024

Online safety is more crucial than ever for students in 2024. From cyberbullying to privacy concerns, students face significant challenges in the digital world. SafeOnline’s "Your Life Online" presentations equip them with the knowledge and skills to overcome these issues. Let’s work together to ensure a safer online experience for all students.

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09/02/2024

Back-to-school is the perfect time to prioritize digital safety in your school community! 📱 SafeOnline's tips and workshops bring students, parents, and educators together to create a unified approach to online safety. Let’s make this school year safer for everyone..

As the new school year kicks off, it's essential to ensure that your entire school community;students, parents, and educators are ready!

08/27/2024

🌐 A Safer Online World Awaits! 🌐
Our seniors deserve the best, and that includes top-notch online safety. This September, I'm launching the Seniors Cyber Safety Education Program in Greater Vancouver! 🚀
If you're a community leader, librarian, or senior program manager, this is your chance to bring invaluable resources to the seniors you serve. From spotting scams to securing personal information, these workshops are tailored to meet the unique needs of seniors. Let’s give our seniors the knowledge and confidence they need to navigate the digital world safely.
👉 Learn more and join the movement at www.safeonline.ca/scs



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Seniors! Ready to navigate the digital world safely? Host a Seniors Cyber Safety workshop and get practical tips on protecting personal info, spotting scams, and staying connected securely.

08/17/2024

Summer’s wrapping up, and it’s time to gear up for the new school year! 📚✨ Ensure your students are ready for the digital world with SafeOnline’s *Your Life Online* presentations for grades 4-9. These sessions don’t just focus on the technical side of online safety—they emphasize the importance of responsible online conduct. Plus, the *Parenting Strategies for Online Safety* workshops give parents the tools they need to support their kids online. Let’s make this school year safer for everyone, both in the classroom and online! Learn more at [SafeOnline.ca].

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Start the school year right with SafeOnline’s “Your Life Online” for students and “Parenting Strategies for Online Safety” for caregivers!

08/13/2024

🌟 Empowering Seniors this September! 🌟 I'm super excited to launch the Seniors Cyber Safety Education Program, specifically designed for the incredible seniors in Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. My goal? To help them confidently navigate the digital world, outsmart online threats, and stay connected safely.
If you’re a seniors program manager, librarian, or just someone who cares about our elder community, this is for you!
Sign up for our workshops today and let's work together to make the digital world a safer place for our seniors. 💻
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SafeOnline is gearing up for an exciting initiative to protect and empower our beloved seniors in Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. T

07/12/2024

🚨 Scam-proof your parents! 🚨 Is your mom clicking on every link? Is dad downloading dubious attachments? It’s time to step up and be their digital bodyguard.
Check it out on my TechLife! blog!
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07/10/2024

🚀👶 AI and Our Kids: What’s Next? As AI becomes more integrated into our lives, it's crucial to understand how it will affect our children and teens. From changes in education to shifts in social interactions, our latest blog explores what AI brings to the table and how we can prepare our youth for these changes. Dive into our insights and tips for a future-ready generation! ➡️ Read More- https://wix.to/jZgvOc9

AI's potential impact on the youth in Canada and adopting proactive measures to safeguard their interests becomes imperative.