Cam Leach, Phyllis Gleeson, Sharon Pazzaglia and Amanda Carter from Re/Max Garden City Realty in St. Catharines, Ont. took part in the Yard Sale for the Cure event.

Re/Max sales associates and support staff across Canada raised more than $100,000 for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation on May 29 through Yard Sale for the Cure. The funds support breast cancer research, health promotions and training fellowships that are leading to real progress in the fight against breast cancer.

Christine Martysiewicz, director of internal and public relations for Re/Max Ontario-Atlantic Canada, says: “We’re proud to take a proactive role in leveraging the resources of our Canadian network and our position within local communities to save lives.  We feel Yard Sale is more than a fundraiser; it’s a lifeline, and its impact is multi-faceted.  Every time we hold a Yard Sale event, we’re helping to raise awareness as well as much-needed funds, and it really brings our people together in a meaningful way.”

At the Yard Sale for the Cure, from left: Evelyn Sulz, Lisa Rice, Travis Hawryluk, Elaine Reaper, Connie Hausch and Rianne Edwards-Switzer from Re/Max Real Estate (Edmonton) in Spruce Grove, Alta.

More that 50 Re/Max offices from coast to coast participated in the annual fundraiser this year.  Re/Max has raised close to $500,000 through Yard Sale for the Cure nationwide since 2006. 

Marie Sheppy, senior co-ordinator, Re/Max of Western Canada says:  “It’s a goal we’ve taken to heart and one that inspires. That’s why, each year, Yard Sale for the Cure prompts greater participation and creativity, as each Re/Max office strives to surpass the previous year’s goal.  The level of enthusiasm is simply remarkable.”