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As we move into mid-January 2026, Ontario is experiencing an unexpected January thaw. Warmer than average temperatures across North America are causing some of the accumulated snow from earlier winter storms to melt rapidly. While this might feel like a welcome break...
Here we are again: It's November in Ontario. The first real snowfall hits, the kids are ecstatic, and half the province suddenly must remember where they stored their shovels last March. It’s also the time of year when police services and municipalities start posting...
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...
A common misconception in insurance is that using an insurance broker costs you more than going direct. We’ve seen this not to be true time and time again, and so far 2025 is no exception. Staebler’s Sales Brokers in Personal Solutions have noted a rise in individuals...
For Canadian snowbirds and Ontario residents who own property in Florida, preparing for your upcoming winter escape involves more than just packing sunglasses and flip-flops. Purchasing the right insurance for your Florida property is essential to protecting your...
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...
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 homes, duplexes, 3-to-6-unit buildings, and 8,500 multi-family units and...
As residents in southern Ontario face scorching summer temperatures, safeguarding your home and keeping it cool are top priorities. Extreme heat can damage your property and drive-up cooling costs, but proactive steps can help. Here are ways to protect your home from...
Wildfire smoke has been blanketing southern Ontario, raising concerns about its impact on health and home. If you're wondering whether smoke damage is covered by your home insurance policy, you're not alone. Does Home Insurance Cover Wildfire Smoke Damage? In most...
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 Staebler Blog wrote about Backyard Fire and Fireworks Bylaws in Waterloo Region....
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