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APRIL FOOLS: Ontario Introduces New ‘Provincial Recovery Day’ Holiday

Apr 1, 2026 | General, News, News & Media, Staebler Insurance

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 proposed statutory holiday to be observed across the province on April 2, 2026. The...

Important Changes to Ontario Auto Insurance Accident Benefits

Mar 26, 2026 | Car Insurance, News, Staebler Insurance

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 — will see a major change under Ontario Regulation 34/10. The Government of...

Canada’s Top 5 Most Frequent Frauds in 2026

Mar 12, 2026 | Cybersecurity, Finances, General, Security

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 most common scams targeting Canadians — hoping to draw attention to the rising...

Definity (Economical Insurance) acquires Travelers Canada: What It Means For You

Jan 6, 2026 | General, News, Staebler Insurance

On Jan. 2, 2026, Definity Financial Corporation, the parent company of Economical Insurance, completed its acquisition of Travelers Canada.

Which are the Most Stolen Cars in Canada?

Dec 18, 2025 | Car Insurance, News, Security

Each year the Équité Association delivers the sobering news that auto theft isn’t going away in Canada any time soon. However, their most recent report shines a light on some good news for Canadians who are worried about auto theft. Overall, reported thefts declined...

Is Car Insurance Coming to Ontario Dealerships? Province Should Be Careful

Dec 8, 2025 | Car Insurance, News, Staebler Insurance

The Government of Ontario is considering introducing car insurance sales in car dealerships in a test and learn environment (TLE). A recent article on Driving.ca caught our attention that warrants some added clarification: Careful buying auto insurance at an Ontario...

What’s a Mutual Insurance Company?

Nov 3, 2025 | Business Insurance, Car Insurance, General, Home Insurance, Staebler Insurance

A mutual insurance company is a type of property and casualty mutual insurer operating in Ontario, that is owned by its policyholders rather than shareholders. These companies provide various types of coverage, such as home, auto, commercial, and farm insurance, with...

Canada Post on Strike (Update: Document eDelivery is Active)

Sep 26, 2025 | General, News, Staebler Insurance

On Thursday, September 25, Canada Post workers went on strike, disrupting mail delivery across the country. READ: CUPW has launched a national strike that will cause postal delays | Canada Post What does the Canada Post strike mean for you, your insurance documents,...

Two Truths and A Lie about Insurance Brokers

Aug 12, 2025 | Business Insurance, Car Insurance, General, Home Insurance, Staebler Insurance

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 are differences and benefits between the two, and listed below are a few common...

Auto Theft Decreased in Ontario and Canada

Aug 7, 2025 | Car Insurance, News, Security

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 vehicle target by the next thief. Read our past blog posts on Auto Theft in Ontario:...

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