Given that approximately 20% of Facebook users have been exposed to malware, and that over 600,000 accounts

Facebook and Twitter, and then sell it to employers as a “background” checking service for potential job applicants An employer who is prohibited from asking such questions on a job application or in an interview, may

That’s why parents and caregivers need to take a critical approach when reading online articles or social As parents, caregivers, and educators it’s important to approach research findings and media headlines We believe this approach keeps the focus on the validity of the data rather than appearing dismissive

, but rather the result of calculated, deliberate, and prolonged online grooming incident from what appears This methodical approach can make even the most well-supported and well-educated youth susceptible to than responding with immediate punishment when a child admits to making a mistake online, a better approach Setting appropriate boundaries for technology use, keeping lines of communication open, and ensuring By staying engaged in your child’s onlife world, setting appropriate boundaries, and fostering an open

While these conversations are important, respect and consent apply to every aspect of life, not just At the same time, they should be taught to listen and respond appropriately when someone else expresses

This visit reinforced what we already know, when given the opportunity, and with age appropriate mentorship

in Canada When police arrest someone in Canada, they have a few options for release: A “Promise to Appear Detention is only justified if: The accused is unlikely to appear in court.

At The White Hatter, we take a different approach, one grounded in evidence-based research. of reacting to fear-driven narratives, we assess concerns through a proof beyond a reasonable doubt approach This approach demonstrates a key principle: managing risk does not mean eliminating it entirely. Instead, we design them with safety in mind, incorporating softer landing surfaces and age-appropriate Why shouldn’t we apply the same logic to technology and social media? 

with these influencers is far more effective than traditional advertising because: Young influencers appear themselves to these polished online personas, they may develop unrealistic expectations about their appearance While this approach is highly effective, it also comes with ethical concerns that parents, caregivers

using multi-factor authentication, strong password management, and regularly checking for unauthorized applications This case demonstrates that when digital forensics are applied, when victims are given the tools and

Each of these fears has proven to be exaggerated, and the same applies to cellphones and social media A prohibitionist approach does not prepare young people for a world where digital literacy is essential responsible technology use. (8) Encouraging healthy digital habits involves guiding children to set appropriate Another effective approach is for parents and caregivers to model good technology behaviour themselves

This morning, a deceptive article, that looked very real, appeared in our news feed with the headline