July 15, 2010

RE/MAX sales associates and support staff across Canada raised over $100,000 for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation on May 29^th 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.

“RE/MAX is wholly committed to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation’s ultimate goal of creating a future without breast cancer,” says Marie Sheppy, Senior Coordinator, Corporate Affairs, RE/MAX of Western Canada.   “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.”

Over 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. 

“At RE/MAX, we have a history of getting behind vital causes that make a real difference in the lives of Canadian families,” says Christine Martysiewicz, Director of Internal and Public Relations, RE/MAX Ontario-Atlantic Canada.  “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.”

Yard Sale for the Cure funds the most promising breast cancer research in communities across the country and raises awareness about breast cancer.  RE/MAX has been involved with the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation since 2004.  The company also introduced its exclusive “Sold on a Cure” program to help raise additional funds for the charity.  The program allows participating agents to make a donation to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation whenever they help a client buy or sell a home. 

“RE/MAX is leading the way to a future without breast cancer,” says Sandra Palmaro, CEO of the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. “The Foundation is so proud to have such a committed partner. Since 2004, RE/MAX has contributed over $1.2 million to breast cancer research that is making real change happen.”

For more information about Yard Sale for the cure, visit: www.cbcf.org/yardsale

RE/MAX is Canada’s leading real estate organization with over 18,000 sales associates situated throughout its more than 690 independently-owned and operated offices across the country.  The RE/MAX franchise network, now in its 37^th year, is a global real estate system operating in 75 countries.  Over 6,450 independently-owned offices engage close to 100,000 member sales associates who lead the industry in professional designations, experience and production while providing real estate services in residential, commercial, referral, and asset management.  For more information, visit: www.remax.ca.

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