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Ethics of Sharing Information Online - Introduction

In fact, half of us pay more attention to who shared a story with us than where it originally came from.

Authenticating Information

Young people’s attitudes towards privacy

Contrary to stereotypes, youth do care about their privacy.

Privacy

Legislation and Regulation

Many online threats are covered by existing civil and criminal law in Canada and other countries. In addition, many countries have specific legislation to deal with online crime. This section looks at Canadian and American laws that apply to cyber security.

Cyber Security, Digital Citizenship, Internet & Mobile

Awards & Recognitions

Showcasing the recognition we have received for our work.

Video Games - Special Issues for Girls

Sixty-two per cent of Canadian gamers are male:[1] and in a market targeted primarily at males, games that appeal to girls can be hard to find. Generally girls aren't interested in the violent "first person shooter" games favoured by boys, and many of the girl-specific games promote stereotypical interests such as cooking and babysitting. (Industry representatives claim these topics are chosen based on their surveys of what female games want.)

Gender Representation, Video Games

Gambling - Overview

Young Canadians today are growing up in a culture where gambling is legal, easily accessible – especially online – and generally presented as harmless entertainment.

Digital Citizenship, Internet & Mobile, Online Gambling, Video Games

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