In a previous blog, we discussed how insured property values may need to be increased because of a number of inflationary factors affecting restoration costs. These continue to include...
Due to the ongoing service outage and the uncertainty around restoration time, we are closing the office today, July 8. Our plan is to reopen on Monday, July 11 at 8 a.m. You may email...
Since 2020, the world has seen supply chain problems, catastrophic weather events, wars, political upheaval, and viruses. All of these events have put upward pressure on costs for...
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...
The Holiday Season is a special time to share with family and friends. As a family-owned business, we recognize the importance of giving time off and allowing our team to relax and enjoy...
Beginning Wednesday, September 22, 2021, the Province of Ontario is requiring proof of vaccination from patrons to enter select businesses. Ontario is joining other provinces with a...
Canadian’s interest in pro basketball has grown exponentially over the past ten years. The success of the Toronto Raptors has fuelled that growth and encouraged more to get involved with...
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...
The COVID-19 pandemic is well over a year old and many residents in Kitchener, Waterloo, and surrounding areas continue to adjust to their new normal. Ontario, including Waterloo Region,...
Good drivers in Waterloo Region and those who are driving significantly less than prior to the pandemic, are seeking alternate auto insurance options. Insurance companies are seeing the...
As a broker, one of the most common questions we receive throughout the year is "Why are my auto rates going up?” There are many factors that go into insurance premiums, so we as brokers...
Insurers, snow removal contractors, and commercial property owners in Ontario received some good news from the provincial government this month, ahead of the heavy snow fall season. A...
Insurance is bought to ensure if the unexpected happens, there’s a solution to make things better. Imagine an accidental garage fire: All of your possessions are lost, but insurance is...
With excepts from Staebler Broker Lisa Arseneau in the Rear View Mirror. Here we are: All isolated and distanced from each other in 2020. The COVID-19 pandemic has taken hold of our lives...
With the escalating threat of the COVID-19 pandemic and a State of Emergency declared in Ontario, non-essential businesses are shutting their doors to the public. And many Ontarians are...
The COVID-19 pandemic has created a significant shift in the landscape for business continuity planning. Since the first emergence of COVID-19 we have been fielding questions from our...
Effective Tuesday, March 17, our office is closed to all visitors. During this closure, we will continue to conduct business and service customers remotely. We understand the risk and are...
On March 11, the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 (the novel coronavirus) a pandemic. At Staebler, the health and well-being of our employees and our customers continues to be...
2019 was a banner year for Staebler’s Charity and Community Committee. This team of 12 was very busy managing a committee-directed budget, raising additional funds, and making the...
A lot of advertising in the auto insurance business focuses on rewarding drivers for their excellent driving record. The logic goes if you’ve been a responsible, dependable driver for...
