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Nicotine pouches like Zonnic are gaining popularity among Canadian teens. Marketed as quit aids, they're unregulated and risky—parents must stay informed.

AI is now being used in live-stream sextortion scams. A new case confirms this rising threat—be cautious with online sexual encounters. Share widely!

Consent goes beyond intimacy—it’s about respect, boundaries, and communication. Teens must learn it’s okay to say no and that “no” is a complete sentence.

Laws help, but parents remain the frontline of online safety. Tech accountability is key—but education, age-appropriate tech, and oversight matter most.

Talking openly with kids about pornography early helps them build healthy views on sex and relationships—don’t let the internet be their only teacher.

Don’t blame screens alone—outdoor play is influenced by many factors. Balance, not fear, and fact-based parenting help kids thrive in today’s onlife world.

Banning youth from the internet won’t keep them safe—like with sports or driving, education and supervision help them navigate risks in today’s digital world.

Online gambling among youth is rising, often hidden in games and apps. Parents must recognize signs, set boundaries, and seek help if risky behavior is found.

AI tools now allow anyone—even without skills—to create fake nude images, fueling harassment, sextortion, and deep privacy violations, especially among youth.

Apple’s new Journal app on iOS 17.3 raises privacy concerns for youth; parents should stay engaged and consider disabling or monitoring its features.

The White Hatter blends expert experience, evidence-based research, and real-world insight to deliver trusted digital literacy and internet safety education.

AI deepfake nudes are rising fast. Canada’s laws lag behind, but proactive education, tech tools, and digital caution can help reduce the risks now.

A parent's gut instinct helped expose a sophisticated scam targeting their teen influencer. Trust your intuition—online predators can fool even savvy youth.

Quebec hasn’t banned phones in schools—use is allowed for learning. The White Hatter supports school-led, moderated policies over blanket provincial bans.

Kids can bypass Screen Time by using TikTok in browsers or incognito mode. Blocking sites and disabling Safari's private mode helps, but Chrome remains a loophole.

Kids can bypass Netflix controls by adding profiles. Fill unused slots with locked profiles & enable a PIN for new ones to protect against sneaky workarounds.

Smart TVs can track viewing habits via ACR tech. Parents should review settings, disable tracking, and secure devices to protect family privacy.

Online friendships can be real and meaningful; with guidance, youth can form safe, supportive digital connections that reflect today’s evolving social world.

LEGO Fortnite offers creative, kid-friendly gameplay with new parental controls. Parents can manage time, chat, and purchases for safer play.

Banning cellphones in schools lacks strong evidence of benefit; a balanced, teacher-guided approach fosters digital literacy and responsible tech use.