As economic fraud becomes more sophisticated and prevalent online, the targets of it have become younger. Young men and boys in particular are increasingly at risk of being targeted for cryptocurrency and investment scams through online communities disguised to look like wellness, self-help, or entertainment groups. While early introduction of scams can look like innocent connections with social media influencers or online gaming, these can often serve as platforms to ensure young people are less wary or more comfortable engaging with potential scams as they get older.

In this session, panelists will discuss the prevalence of online scams, how young people are introduced to scams early through connection with social media influencers and gaming, and what steps can be taken to address vulnerability to scams while online.

This session is the final of four offerings in an online learning and discussion series focused on:

• hearing directly from young people;

• engaging in dialogue with peers, stakeholders, and decision makers; and

• exploring recommendations for effective protections and rights-based digital policies in Canada.

Online only | No cost | Open to all ages

For more information on these digital learning sessions, click here.