FL10.9 Explain the importance of, and methods for, protecting personal information and financial assets.

Scam Proof

The ninth episode of the “Cash Class” series looks at common scams students encounter, practical ways to protect yourself and your data, and what to do if you fall for a scam.

This video was specifically designed to address all of the Learning Indicators of Outcome FL10.9, and serve as a real-life scenario companion piece to the Building Futures in Saskatchewan curriculum correlations.

Phishing texts, fake job offers and sketchy online stores are everywhere, but with a little know‑how, you can spot the signs and stay safe. In this episode, we expose common scams that target students, from emails masquerading as your bank to “too good to be true” prize notifications. We share red flags—urgent or threatening language, poor grammar, unfamiliar sender addresses and requests for personal data—and stress the importance of trusting your instincts. The video outlines practical ways to protect yourself and provides a step‑by‑step recovery plan if you do fall for a scam.

Reflection question: What’s one change you can make this week—updating a weak password, turning on two‑factor authentication, or reviewing your privacy settings—to strengthen your digital defences?

This Outcome Looks At:

  • Ways to secure personal and financial information, including processes for online account verification.

  • When personal information can be shared safely.

  • Various documents such as receipts, bank statements, job applications, resumes, and passports which contain sensitive information that others could use fraudulently.

  • How documents containing sensitive information may be stored and protected using various tools and techniques.

  • The levels of security associated with common payment methods.

  • Potential risks associated with online payments and contactless payment systems.

  • Various ways individuals attempt to illegally gather personal information to earn a profit through fraud.

  • Processes to address and rectify issues with compromised personal information and fraud.