« Back to Summer 2026 Newsletter Here's what you need to know about the changes to the accident benefits portion of your auto insurance policy beginning on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. Changes...
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Beat the Heat Without Burning Your Budget
« Back to Summer 2026 Newsletter Guest Article by Rhonda Martin, Plan For Wealth Summer is finally here, bringing longer days, warmer weather, and an undeniable urge to break out the...
Lounge and Learn: Our Top 5 ‘Money’ Reads
« Back to Summer 2026 Newsletter Guest Article by Rhonda Martin, Plan For Wealth As the days get longer and the weather warms up, it’s the perfect time to find a comfortable spot, unwind,...
Preparing your Home for a Natural Disaster
Natural disasters and severe weather can happen with little warning, but being prepared ahead of time can make an uncertain situation more manageable. First, having a well-stocked...
Coming in September: No-Right-on-Red at select intersections in Waterloo Region
Councillors in Waterloo Region approved a no-right-turn-on-red test period at 12 signalized intersections (The Record), in an effort to make streets safer for everyone, including...
Soccer Viewing Events in Ontario: Safety, Legal, and Insurance Considerations
The major global soccer (football) championship is set to begin June 11, 2026 — with matches taking place in Mexico, United States, and Canada, and even closer to home in Toronto. This...
Staebler Insurance to host inaugural golf tournament to support The Food Bank of Waterloo Region
Staebler Insurance is very excited to tee it up in our first-ever charity golf tournament, in support of The Food Bank of Waterloo Region. Join us on Sept. 1 for a day of fun and...
Managing the Risks of Lithium-ion Batteries Around Your Home
With spring season underway, folks head to their garages and sheds to grab the familiar tools of the season, from lawnmowers and trimmers to leaf blowers and other battery-powered...
What to do when Door-to-Door Salespeople come knocking?
Staebler Suggests: Top tips for handling door-to-door salespeople — especially when contracts are expensive or for long-term commitments Sometimes door-to-door sales can be legitimate, but...
Cargo Theft Prevention Tips for the Long Weekend
A load at rest is a load at risk. Long weekends can mean busier roads but may also mean down time for trucking operations which leads to more opportunities for theft. Whether you’re...
Boating Season is Back! Bring Safety On Board with You
As the weather warms up, Canadians across the country are heading back to lakes, rivers, and coastal waters to fish, waterski, cruise, and unwind on their boats, yachts, and other personal...
How Does Your Car Measure Up? New IBC Tool Helps Ontarians Make Smarter Vehicle Choices
Buying or leasing a vehicle is one of the biggest financial decisions many people in Ontario make. Beyond the sticker price, its fuel efficiency, battery range, and features, there’s...
Don’t Let Inflation Leave You Underinsured
Accurate property valuation has always been an important piece of insurance coverage but in a rapidly shifting economic and environmental landscape, insurance to value (ITV) has become an...
APRIL FOOLS: Ontario Introduces New ‘Provincial Recovery Day’ Holiday
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE KITCHENER, ON (April 1, 2026) — Government of Ontario officials were at Staebler Insurance in downtown Kitchener today to announce the creation of a brand-new...
Important Changes to Ontario Auto Insurance Accident Benefits
What’s Changing about Accident Benefits in Ontario? Starting July 1, 2026, the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS) — the no-fault bodily injury benefits portion of your auto policy...
5 Ways Maintenance Helps Your Insurance Respond When You Need It
Home insurance is designed to protect you from sudden, unexpected losses — not ongoing issues caused by wear and tear, deterioration, or the lack of maintenance. While policies cover many...
Canada’s Top 5 Most Frequent Frauds in 2026
March is Fraud Prevention Month in Canada. It’s an annual awareness campaign by the Competition Bureau and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC). This year, the CAFC unveiled a list of the...
What Is a Safety Management System (SMS) in the Marine Sector?
Transport Canada defines a documented Safety Management System (SMS) as: “A structured set of policies and procedures that helps you put in place safety and environmental protection...
Spring Thaw Water Prevention Tips
« Back to Spring 2026 Newsletter With spring just around the corner, the thaw that comes with warmer weather is something that should be top of mind. As temperatures rise, melting snow and...
The Surprising Reality of 5 Travel Insurance “Myths”
« Back to Spring 2026 Newsletter Guest article by Rhonda Martin, Plan For Wealth Travel insurance can be seen by many as an unnecessary additional cost to a vacation – until something goes...