Born in Callander, Ontario, he moved to Burk’s Falls and was elected to the Burk’s Falls Town Council in 1942. He was a councilor for 4 years and reeve for 26 years.
In the 1953 federal election, he ran unsuccessfully as the Progressive Conservative candidate for the House of Commons in the riding of Parry Sound – Muskoka. He tried again successfully in the 1972 federal election and won re-elections five more times in 1974, 1979, 1980, 1984 and 1988. He did not seek re-election in the 1993 campaign, retiring at the age of 82.
Stan was father to Peter and John who operated the insurance and real estate offices after his move to Ottawa as the Parry Sound / Muskoka Member of Parliament. He has four grandchildren; Patrick, Stephen, Jason and Victoria. Stephen and Jason are the current owners of Stan Darling Insurance Inc.
Bracebridge, ON, Canada
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September 1, 2022 – Stan Darling Insurance has been purchased by a group of Ontario-based insurance experts, led by Kevin McKinnon with strategic partner, The Commonwell Mutual Insurance Group (CMIG)—the change of ownership is effective today. The sale includes all four Stan Darling Insurance offices located in Burk’s Falls, Bracebridge, Gravenhurst and Sundridge.
The group, led by Kevin McKinnon and strategic partner CMIG bring a combined 50+ years of experience in operating and running insurance brokerages across Ontario. This sale will ensure that all branches of Stan Darling Insurance remain committed to the community-based independent insurance broker channel. Under the new ownership, Kevin McKinnon will be taking on the role of Managing Partner in each of the Stan Darling Offices and will lead the existing team through the transition and beyond.
“The independent insurance broker channel is alive and well and we are committed to solidifying this even further here in Ontario,” said Kevin McKinnon, newly appointed, Managing Partner, Stan Darling Insurance. “We could not be more thrilled to be sharing this news today– our team brings a ton of expertise with them to the table, and we are excited to take this already strong brand to the next level.”
The sale and change of ownership of Stan Darling Insurance coincides with Principal and Owner Stephen Darling announcing his retirement from the insurance industry and implementing a strong, curated succession plan that stays true to his commitment to the independent broker channel. Immediate staffing updates include Stephen Darling working within the brokerage for the near future to oversee the transition of all teams and the business and Jason Darling remaining on staff and moving from Partner to Account Manager.
“I am confident that this is the right move for both the team and brokerage at Stan Darling Insurance,” said Stephen Darling. “The change of ownership will ensure that the business will remain both a relevant and strong player in the Ontario insurance landscape and more importantly and independent insurance brokerage.”
Stan Darling Insurance was founded in 1938 and operates in the Parry Sound- Muskoka area with offices spanning Northern Ontario. Each locations offers personal, residential and business insurance.
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We provide insurance across Muskoka, Barrie, Orillia, Lake Simcoe, Kawartha Lakes, and surrounding Central Ontario communities.
Specializing in home insurance Muskoka, auto insurance Barrie, cottage insurance Lake Simcoe, and business insurance Orillia and rural Ontario.
We are a locally rooted insurance brokerage serving Central Ontario since 1938. Our offices are based in the Barrie, Muskoka and Almaguin Highlands region, supporting clients across Northern and Central Ontario.
BRACEBRIDGE
345 Ecclestone Dr.,
Unit #20
PO Box 540
Bracebridge, Ontario
P1L 1T8
BURK’S FALLS
178 Ontario Street,
Burk’s Falls, Ontario
P0A 1C0
GRAVENHURST
131 Bay Street
PO BOX 719
Gravenhurst, Ontario
P1P 1V1
SUNDRIDGE
103 Main Street E,
Sundridge, Ontario
P0A 1Z0
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45 Collier Street,
Barry, Ontario
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