A common misconception in insurance is that using an insurance broker costs you more than going direct. We’ve seen this not to be true time and time again, and so far 2025 is no exception....
For Canadian snowbirds and Ontario residents who own property in Florida, preparing for your upcoming winter escape involves more than just packing sunglasses and flip-flops. Purchasing...
Back in 2020, despite an 11% drop in total miles driven across Canada and the United States, vehicle accident-related deaths in the U.S. surged by 8.3%, according to the National Safety...
Let’s play two truths and a lie: Insurance Broker Edition! Can you spot the lie? When it comes to buying insurance, you have many options including going direct or using a broker. There...
The Staebler Blog has written a lot about the rising trend of auto thefts in Ontario — providing the causes, statements from authorities, and sharing tips to help prevent having your...
Starting in March 2026, Waterloo Region will implement a cart-based waste collection system for garbage and organics — replacing manual collection for approximately 161,000 single-family...
Waterloo Regional Police have issued a warning about a taxi scam targeting residents and their debit cards. How the Taxi Scam Works A duo of suspects act as a taxi driver and a passenger....
As residents in southern Ontario face scorching summer temperatures, safeguarding your home and keeping it cool are top priorities. Extreme heat can damage your property and drive-up...
Businesses in Canada and beyond are facing an increasing number of insolvencies — impacting economies, communities, and employees. Directors and officers, who are held to a higher standard...
Ontario has seen a surge in an increasingly common form of auto theft known as "re-vinning," a tactic used by criminals to disguise stolen vehicles and sell them to unsuspecting buyers....
« Back to Summer 2025 Newsletter Becoming a homeowner is exciting, but it comes with a list of serious responsibilities! Here are some essential tips and checklists to help you settle in...
« Back to Summer 2025 Newsletter Recent global trade shifts and tariffs on imported materials may have an impact on the home and auto insurance costs in Canada. Higher prices for building...
« Back to Summer 2025 Newsletter Summer is a great time for outdoor fun including backyard fires and barbeques with family and friends. It’s also important to remember that safety comes...
« Back to Summer 2025 Newsletter If you have a young person in your life, graduations and preparations for post-secondary education are well underway. To help you prepare, we’ve gathered...
« Back to Summer 2025 Newsletter Summer 2025 in Kitchener and Waterloo Region bursts with vibrant events and activities. Enjoy music at the Kitchener Blues Festival and Uptown Waterloo...
Wildfire smoke has been blanketing southern Ontario, raising concerns about its impact on health and home. If you're wondering whether smoke damage is covered by your home insurance...
If you run a business in Canada, keeping personal information safe is critical. When a data breach happens, figuring out if it’s serious enough to report can be tricky. That’s where the...
IMPORTANT UPDATE (Friday, May 23): Canada Post workers have avoided a full strike and will continue to deliver mail, however they are refusing overtime, which may lead to delivery delays...
The cities of Kitchener and Waterloo took a major step towards reducing the number of disruptions and complaints from fireworks – by banning their sales beginning in 2026. Previously the...
Whether you’re on the Bruce Peninsula, in Muskoka, around the Kawarthas, or elsewhere in beautiful Ontario, getting away to the cottage is a treasured time and a peaceful retreat from city...
