One of the biggest hits to a trucking firm’s insurance policy can be the theft of cargo and Ontario insurance companies are sounding the alarms to bring attention to this particular threat. Across the province, the transportation and logistics industry continues to see an increase in cargo theft, primarily through a tactic known as ‘fictitious pick-ups'. Essentially, fictitious pick-ups occur when a legitimate transportation carrier’s identity is stolen and thieves...
Ontario Insurers Alert Cargo Theft as a Big Threat
How to get rid of Gypsy Moths in Kitchener and Waterloo Region?
By Staebler Insurance on May 25, 2021
The European gypsy moth caterpillar, an invasive pest, has seen its population rise in Waterloo Region this summer and residents are wondering what they can do to stop the damage they cause. The caterpillars feed on leaves (lots and lots of leaves!) and if left untouched can wreak havoc over forests and large leafy trees in private yards. Gypsy moths are attracted to trees such as sugar maple, American beech, and softwoods such as eastern white pine, balsam fir, and...
Water Safety for Boating Season in Ontario
By Staebler Insurance on May 18, 2021
It’s almost time to make waves again! The short wake of boating season typically begins in May and goes until September when the water temperatures dip too low to bear. Many recreational boaters in southern Ontario get started around Victoria Day long weekend (May 22-24) when the weather is more consistent and lake waters rise to acceptable Canadian levels. Whether you’re hitting one of the Great Lakes or smaller inland options in Ontario, we’re here to help you get the...
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