Date: October 6, 2026
Time: 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. (MT)
Format: Virtual (Zoom)
Hosted by: Alberta Elder Abuse Awareness Council (AEAAC)
Learn how to recognize common cyber threats, protect your personal information, and stay safe online with confidence.
Join the Alberta Elder Abuse Awareness Council (AEAAC) and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) for an engaging Lunch & Learn on cyber security, online safety, and fraud prevention, presented by Cpl. Sean Milne, Alberta Provincial Financial Crime Team, K Division Forfeiture Gatekeeper, RCMP.
Technology helps us stay connected to family, services, information, and our communities. However, scammers continue to find new ways to target people online. In this practical and informative session, Cpl. Milne will share insights on current fraud trends, common scams affecting older adults, and simple strategies to protect personal and financial information.
Whether you are an older adult, caregiver, family member, volunteer, service provider, or community member, this session will provide valuable tools to help you navigate the digital world safely and confidently.
About the Speaker
Cpl. Sean Milne serves with the RCMP’s Alberta Provincial Financial Crime Team and is the K Division Forfeiture Gatekeeper. Drawing on his experience in financial crime, fraud prevention, and community education, he will provide practical guidance on recognizing scams, protecting personal information, and responding to emerging online threats.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this session, participants will:
- Recognize common cyber threats and scams affecting older adults, including phishing, impersonation, investment, romance, and grandparent scams.
- Learn practical strategies to protect personal information and finances through safe online practices and fraud prevention techniques.
- Identify trusted resources and reporting options available to individuals who have experienced or suspect fraud.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/YHDi4LDIQgyaecAByVj96A#/registration
