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Alain Vézina
Automation, data and
AI architect
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CYBER THEATRE

Cybersecurity, explained differently.

Through short scenes inspired by real situations, we demystify the techniques fraudsters use and show the right everyday reflexes to adopt.

Audience in the foreground watching a Cyber Theatre scene: an older woman on the phone in an armchair, a masked figure behind her, and the banner with the 3 reflexes

Cyber Theatre

  • Theatre

    Scenes drawn from real life

  • Discussion

    Talk it through to understand

  • Prevention

    Simple reflexes that stick

  • Community

    A project that brings all ages together

OUR APPROACH

Understanding is good. Seeing it is even better.

Our scenes bring to life the situations victims really face. By unpacking them together, participants leave with habits they can recognize in everyday life.

  1. 01

    What if it were you?

    It all starts with a simple question: “What would you do in this situation?” No jargon. Just a story that feels like real life.

  2. 02

    Fraud comes to life

    Our young actors play out an attempted scam the way it really happens. The phone rings. A message arrives. Someone asks for help. The scene unfolds before your eyes.

  3. 03

    Understanding together

    When the scene ends, we take time to talk. We ask questions, share experiences, and uncover the strategies fraudsters use.

  4. 04

    The right habits

    Next we share simple, concrete habits that are easy to remember. Advice everyone can use the very next day.

  5. 05

    What if we started over?

    The scene is played a second time. This time the characters pause, verify, and talk it through. You see right away what changes.

  6. 06

    Habits for life

    You don’t leave with just a list of tips. You leave with a story, striking images, and habits you’ll recognize when a similar situation comes up.

YOUTH AT THE HEART OF THE PROJECT

A meeting between generations

A young actor and an older participant look at a reminder sheet together

Cyber Theatre is first and foremost a community project.

Young people from different organisations take the stage to play out situations inspired by real frauds. After each scene, they talk with participants and answer questions in plain, accessible language.

By sharing their knowledge and ease with technology, they help make our community safer.

GOOD HABITS

Three simple reflexes that can prevent most frauds.

An older hand holding a ringing phone on a kitchen table

  1. 01

    Pause

    The best defence is not to act in a rush. Fraudsters create a sense of urgency. Take a few moments to breathe before you answer or click.

  2. 02

    Check

    Always confirm the information with a source you trust. Call your bank, a loved one, or the organisation involved using a number you already know — never the one given in the message.

  3. 03

    Talk it over

    A shared doubt is better than a regretted mistake. Talk with a relative, a neighbour, or a staff member. A few minutes of conversation can prevent serious consequences.

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HELP RESOURCES

You’re not alone

Across Canada, programs offer advice, mentoring, and training made for older adults.

  • Get Cyber Safe

    The Government of Canada campaign: clear advice and awareness workshops.

    Visit the site

  • Cyber-Seniors

    Mentoring and technology support, often with help from young volunteers.

    Visit the site

  • Connected Canadians

    Digital literacy training designed for seniors, in workshops or one-on-one support.

    Visit the site