Tools Worth Knowing About
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Password Managers
Free, open-source password manager trusted by millions. Available on iPhone, iPad, and all browsers.
Best free option — no personal data sold, no ads
Visit Bitwarden →Family-friendly password manager with a clean, easy-to-use design. 14-day free trial available.
Recommended by the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security
Visit 1Password →Built into your iPhone and iPad — saves and fills passwords automatically at no cost.
The easiest starting point for most iPhone and iPad users
Learn about iCloud Keychain →Video Call Apps
Free Apple video calling — pre-installed on your iPhone and iPad. No account or download needed.
Works beautifully for calls with grandchildren, family, and friends on Apple devices
Learn about FaceTime →The most common video calling app used by Ontario libraries, doctor's offices, and community centres.
Essential for telehealth appointments and library programmes
Visit Zoom →Free calls and messages to anyone worldwide — great for staying in touch with family abroad.
Works on iPhone, Android, and computers — no long-distance charges
Visit WhatsApp →Banking Apps (Canadian Banks)
Always download your bank's app directly from the App Store by searching your bank's name — never follow a link from an email or text message. Your bank will never send you a link to download their app.
Manage your TD accounts, check balances, and pay bills securely from your phone.
Search 'TD Bank' in the App Store
Visit TD Bank App →Royal Bank's official mobile app for checking accounts, transferring money, and paying bills.
Search 'RBC Mobile' in the App Store
Visit RBC Mobile →Send money securely between Canadian bank accounts — used by all major Canadian banks.
Access through your bank's app — no separate download needed
Learn about Interac →Scam Reporting Tools
Canada's central reporting agency for fraud and cybercrime. Your report helps protect other Canadians.
Phone: 1-888-495-8501 — open Monday to Friday
Visit CAFC →Free scam awareness resource from Google and the AARP — learn to spot the most common scams before they happen.
Visit Scam Spotter →Canadian campaign to help seniors and families recognise and report financial abuse and scams.
Visit Stand Against Scams →Government of Canada's official cybersecurity awareness resource — plain-language guides for everyday Canadians.
Visit Get Cyber Safe →Learning Resources
Free, patient, one-on-one digital literacy coaching for seniors — over the phone or video call.
Phone: 1-844-217-3057 — no appointment needed
Visit Connected Canadians →Ontario-based digital literacy programme connecting seniors with trained young volunteers for free tech support.
In-person and virtual workshops available through many Ontario libraries
Visit Cyber-Seniors →Ontario public libraries offer free iPad and smartphone drop-in help, digital literacy classes, and one-on-one tech appointments — at no cost with your library card.
Search 'digital help' on your local library website to find upcoming sessions
Find Your Library →Ontario government programme offering free digital skills training and support for Ontarians.
Visit Digital Main Street →