The Waterloo Region Police Service, in partnership with local municipalities, have launched a new centralized bylaw phone number to help manage complaints. The dedicated number now allows...
Waterloo Region’s New Bylaw Enforcement Line
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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...
What Residents Need to Know about Waterloo Region changing its Garbage Collection Program in 2026
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...
Updated Fireworks Bylaws in Kitchener and Waterloo (2025)
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...
Mark Your Calendars for Holiday Parades, Events, and Light Displays
This year, the Canadian Pacific Kansas City Southern Railway (CPKC) is once again running its Holiday Train across Canada. The CPKC Holiday Train runs November 21 to December 20 for its...
Waterloo Region marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
On September 30, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is a significant occasion to acknowledge the tragic history of residential schools and to commit to healing and...
Municipal Speed Camera Program expands in Waterloo Region
« Back to Fall 2024 Newsletter Back-to-school time not only brings School Bus safety top of mind, but also School Zone safety. To improve safety around schools, Waterloo Region’s Municipal...
Helping you Send your Child to Post-Secondary School
« Back to Fall 2024 Newsletter September marks the beginning of the new school year. This is exciting and challenging time for students, but for most post-secondary students and their...
Staebler Suggests 🍂 Four Fun Fall Ideas 🍂
« Back to Fall 2024 Newsletter With the return to school and the cooler weather upon us, Fall is right around the corner, but that doesn’t mean the fun ends with summer! Our team has...
The Best Patios in Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge for Summer 2024
As the sun shines brightly over Waterloo Region, there's no better way to savour the season than by lounging on a patio with good food, great company, and memorable views. Whether you're a...
Safety Tips for the Total Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024
An extremely rare astronomical event will occur in parts of southern Ontario on Monday, April 8, 2024, when the moon will completely cover the sun, creating a total solar eclipse! While...
APRIL FOOLS: New Owl Species Discovered by Insurance Brokerage in Waterloo Region
New Owl Species Discovered by Insurance Brokerage in Waterloo Region FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE KITCHENER, ON (April 1, 2024) – Staebler Insurance is excited to announce the discovery of a...
What to do for March Break in Waterloo Region and Beyond
With spring around the corner, it‘s time for March Break and we‘re here to recommend some fun activities to keep everyone entertained throughout the break. Waterloo Regjon and surrounding...
Staebler Supports Tiny Home Takeout
Staebler Insurance and the Charity and Community Involvement Committee are very proud to share our donation to Tiny Home Takeout. Founded in early 2021, Tiny Home Takeout prepares and...
Staebler Supports The Pregnancy Centre
Staebler Insurance’s Charity & Community Involvement Committee is proud to share our recent donation to The Pregnancy Centre in Downtown Kitchener. Since 1986, The Pregnancy Centre has...
Staebler Supports ToastyToes Waterloo Region
Staebler Insurance’s Charity & Community Involvement Committee is proud to share our recent donation to the ToastyToes Waterloo Region Fund to help support the most vulnerable people...
Staebler 150 Downtown Kitchener History Crawl
Jacob Merner Staebler founded Staebler Insurance in Downtown Kitchener in 1873 (the town was then known as Berlin, Ontario). Through the decades, our humble organization has moved offices...
March Break Ideas & Activities in Waterloo Region
Ready or not, March Break is here and for those looking for fun activities for the whole family to enjoy, we’re here to provide some fun options with something for everyone! Check out our...
The Best Summer Festivals and Events In Waterloo Region
Two summer seasons have come and gone, with festival cancellations, postponements, and too many sad face emoji accompanying regretful social media posts from organizers. But this summer...
Client Spotlight: Waterloo Region Support for our new Ukrainian Neighbours
Many times throughout the day, Bev and Melanie get goosebumps. It’s caused by the stories and the special moments they share with their team of volunteers at the newly-opened supply centre...