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318 Canborough St., Smithville
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Adult 55+ Events

Event Details:

Join West Lincoln's Age Friendly Advisory Committee for a free presentation, led by a Detective from Niagara Regional Police Service, to learn about financial crimes and gain tools and tips to protect yourself against scams. Doors will open at 9:45 a.m. for light refreshments. The presentation will run from 10 until 11:30 a.m., including time for questions. Spaces are limited. To claim a seat, please register your attendance.

• When: Friday, April 11, doors at 9:45 a.m. for light refreshments, presentation at 10 a.m.
• Where: West Lincoln Council Chambers, 318 Canborough St., Smithville
• How to join: Register with Jacquie Thrower, Executive Assistant, at jthrower@westlincoln.ca or 905-957-3346 ext. 6726.

Topics include:

• Romance Scam – scammers create false profiles with false photos to build your trust
• Crypto Scam – scammers take advantage of you by making you believe they can make you rich
• Spoofing legitimate and trusted businesses – don’t click on unsolicited sources
• Phishing emails/texts/links asking for personal information
• Grandparent Scams – stealing money from the elderly
• Malware/Spyware – keeping tabs on you and your electronic devices
• Scam Implications of Artificial Intelligence
• Who should you trust
• Reasons why you should have a Power of Attorney for personal/property
• What to do when you are a victim of a Fraud

Learn more about West Lincoln’s Age Friendly Advisory Committee at www.westlincoln.ca/agefriendly.