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Lorena Smalley

National Seniors Safety Week

  • Thursday, November 7, 2024
  • 8:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
  • Harry Farmer Room, Westend Seniors Activity Centre
  • Cost: $3.00 – includes coffee & treats
  • Door prizes, loot bags, and all attendees will receive a variety of resources

HOW TO REGISTER

8:45 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Arrive & Get Settled

Sign in and grab a loot bag before you meet the speakers, grab a beverage & snack, and get seated.

9:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Hilary McMeekin,
Alberta Securities Commission

Recognizing and Avoiding Investment Scams

The session covers common types of investment scams in Alberta and red flags to watch for. It also highlights the importance of doing your research thoroughly and ensuring individuals or platforms offering investments are registered with the provincial securities commission before investing. Anyone can be a victim of fraud. Come learn how to spot the scam and the steps on how to report a suspicious investments to the ASC.

9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Amanda Trenchard,
Edmonton Police Service

If you don’t get it, they will – Think crime prevention

Stay safe, stay smart! Join Constable Amanda Trenchard for an informative session on crime prevention and safety tips. Explore ways to secure your home, car, and community, and gain confidence in your ability to protect yourself and those around you.

10:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
James MacDonald
Servus Credit Union

Fraud – Could you be next

Come join James MacDonald, the Senior Manager of Corporate Security at Servus Credit Union as he educates us about the current trends in the ever-changing landscape of fraud. We will discuss how to recognize the red flags of a scam and how to protect yourself. You will be able to Recognize, Reject, and Report fraud at the end of the session.

10:45 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Sarah Casper
St John Ambulance

CPR and AED and Being Prepared

Come join us and learn how to recognize signs and symptoms of a heart attack, cardiac arrest, and what to do. Being prepared with first aid knowledge and a first aid kit will go a long way in helping save a life. The St Johns Ambulance team will also be doing a demonstration on how to use an AED machine.

11:15 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Wrap Up / Q&A

Wrap Up and final opportunity to meet with guest speakers

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