Sandy Owens

Social media is a tool that makes staying connected with friends and family really easy. Securing your accounts is also really easy if you know what to do, like using a strong password to #GetCyberSafe. Learn more tips to #GetCyberSafe: getcybersafe.gc.ca/en/blogs/how-o…

WOW! Grateful is an understatement. We hit a new record at this year's #ECNOConference2024 with $7,042 raised by our conference attendees. With a match from ECNO, that's $15,000 for @Food4KidsOnt! Thank you to everyone who contributed!! 🤩

💥💥Why #AI Detectors Are Problematic and What To Do Instead - The Infused Classroom💥💥 sbee.link/p7bfvtwa3k via @hollyclarkedu #aiineducation #edtech #edutwitter

#DYK you can help protect Canadians from text messaging scams? Forwarding suspicious messages to 7726 (or SPAM) will alert your cellular provider so they can help protect all their customers. Here's how: getcybersafe.gc.ca/en/blogs/repor… #GetCyberSafe

@DougFiebig Congratulations!

Poppa and my first grandson - Ryker ❤️

A new survey has found nearly one-third of Canadian young adults have been victims of an online scam, despite growing up as a 'digital generation.' (via @globalnews) globalnews.ca/news/10323564/…

The Cyber Champion Challenge Digital Awareness Student Media Contest is BACK! ECNO and @FCLEdu invites Ont K-12 public school students to help us promote the importance of making safe, smart choices online. Contest begins Feb 20, so get your creative juices flowing!

Encourage #CyberAwareness all year long! This month, we're addressing the importance of staying vigilant and safe against digital predators who prey on children and youth for sexual exploitation. Find resources and learn more at ecno.org/cyber-awarenes…

The deepfake images should serve as a warning about how much worse our AI problem could get if regulators and companies don’t act. (via @stokel @FastCompany) fastcompany.com/91016953/deepf…

It’s #DataPrivacyWeek, which means it’s a great time to review and adjust the privacy settings on your apps and online accounts. 💻 While you’re at it, activate as many security protections as possible. #DPW2024

Dive into CyberWise for valuable insights on raising tech-savvy and privacy-conscious kids. Stay informed, stay empowered! #ParentingTips #OnlineSafety #CyberWise #TechSavvyKids #DigitalParenting #ParentingInsights #ParentingAdvice

Spread the word! 📢 We're looking for Canadian teens who are interested in creating fact-checking videos that will appear on our social channels for our Teen Fact-Checking Network. Find out more: bit.ly/TFCN

Exciting to hear about our new Stittsville High School. Many families here listening to Principal Krista Hudson share information for upcoming grade 9 students @OCDSB @161616SL @Buffone_Pino

Back to school? Using the right tools can help you #GetCyberSafe! You can pack your cyber security toolbox with: ⚒️ Password managers to memorize your passwords and passphrases ⚒️ Anti-virus software to defend your devices ⚒️ Automatic updates to keep your software current

Have you heard of credential stuffing?

People who share false info sometimes use the language of critical thinking and media literacy, telling followers to “do your research” in one breath and then to “trust the plan” in the next. So how can we tell if we’re really thinking critically? mediasmarts.ca/teacher-resour…

It's a big week for Santa, and just like the rest of us during the holidays, he doesn't have time to get slowed down by cyber scams like phishing. Here are some ways you can learn from the jolly red man's mishaps and avoid them yourself: getcybersafe.gc.ca/en/resources/s… #GetCyberSafe

Explore the EQAO Grade 9 math assessment sample test! 🧮📝 This test, available on our website, offers valuable insight into the types of questions your students will encounter. #sample-test" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">eqao.com/the-assessment…

”You affect the world by what you browse.”- @timberners_lee

Sharing your home with out-of-town relatives and visitors over the holidays? Make sure you and your home network are ready for them by setting up a guest network, so there's one less invasive question to answer before dinner: getcybersafe.gc.ca/en/resources/y… #GetCyberSafe