Frauds and Scams

Each year Canadians lose an estimated $100 million dollars to a variety of frauds and scams. It can be devastating - financially and personally. So how do we protect ourselves?  This workshop explores the common ways Canadians are defrauded and the things we can do to protect our possessions and ourselves.  Learn how to guard against phishing and banking scams and avoid potential identity theft.  This workshop will also outline what to do when a scam has taken place. 

Outcome: Participants are able to better identify frauds and scams that they may encounter and understand tactics used by fraudsters to trick people out of their money, possessions or identity. Participants will be able to integrate strategies to protect themselves and their family- online and off line - from these various frauds and scams. 

This webinar will be taking place via the Microsoft Teams app, please, install in advance.  You will need a computer with a microphone (or headphones) and webcam, or your smartphone, or an iPad/tablet. 

During the program:  Please, keep your cameras off and microphones muted, unless told otherwise by host/moderator or if you have a question to ask.

An email address is required for registration.

Part of Seniors’ Week events.  In participation with the Family Services of Greater Vancouver.