Carrie Bressette, Your Local Realtor

06/18/2026

💙 This is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month 💙

As a mom, friend, sister, and someone who cares deeply about the people in my life, I’ve seen firsthand how many men carry their struggles quietly.

The fathers, sons, brothers, husbands, friends, coworkers, and neighbours who often carry more than they let on.

Many men were raised to be strong, to push through, and to handle things on their own. But real strength isn’t suffering in silence.

Real strength is reaching out.
Real strength is having honest conversations.
Real strength is saying, “I’m not okay.”

This Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, let’s remind the men in our lives that they don’t have to carry everything alone.

A simple text.
A phone call.
A coffee.
A genuine “How are you really doing?”

One conversation, one check-in, one act of kindness can make all the difference.

Let’s continue breaking the stigma around men’s mental health and create a community where it’s okay to talk, okay to struggle, and okay to ask for support.

You never know who might need to hear that someone cares today. 💙

06/09/2026

🚣‍♀️ Paddle Day is Almost Here! 🚣‍♂️

This Saturday, you’ll find the RE/MAX Hallmark Power Paddlers out on Little Lake doing our part to support an amazing cause! ❤️

Come down, say hello, and cheer on all the incredible teams as they race throughout the day. The excitement kicks off at 8:00 AM, and all funds raised support cancer care through PRHC.

We’d love to see some familiar faces lakeside! ☀️🛶

See you at Little Lake!

❤️🚣‍♀️☀️

06/09/2026

✨ Fee Waived for Large Item Pickup ✨

As part of the Clean Streets Peterborough initiative, the City of Peterborough is introducing a free Large Item Pickup pilot program. The pilot will help evaluate participation levels, service demand and overall program performance while making the service more accessible to residents.

For the remainder of 2026, large item pickup is available at no cost. Collections must be booked in advance. Residents can select a collection week when booking and place eligible items at the curb during the designated set out time for collection.

Collection can be scheduled online at peterborough.ca/pickup. Bookings can also be made by phone at 705-742-7777 or in person at Service Peterborough, City Hall, 500 George St. N.

Large Item Pickup is intended for items that are too big or heavy for regular curbside collection. Eligible large items are defined as those weighing more than 13.6 kg (30 lbs) and longer than 1 m (3 ft). Collection is offered monthly from April through September.

Large Item Pickup will be available during the following collection weeks:

• June 22

• July 27

• August 24

• September 28

For more information on Large Item Pickup including eligibility requirements and accepted items, visit https://www.peterborough.ca/pickup

05/29/2026

🎉🍰 IT’S ALMOST HERE! REMAX LAKEFIELD’S BIG YARD SALE, BAKE SALE & FOOD DRIVE! 🍰🎉

This Saturday, the Lakefield REMAX office is transforming into a treasure hunter’s paradise! 🛍️✨

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our agents, friends, and community, the offices are already bursting at the seams with donations — and let us tell you, there are some seriously cool, unique, funky, and fabulous finds waiting for you! 🎁🕶️🏺📚

💙 All proceeds will benefit Community Care

🥫 Food donations will be collected throughout the day

🎟️ Don’t forget to enter our raffle draw for a gift card!

🍪 Homemade baked goodies will be available while supplies last

✅ Bring a non-perishable food item
✅ Come shop for hidden treasures
✅ Bring your friends, family, neighbours, and
bargain-hunting buddies!

Every cookie purchased, every treasure found, and every food donation made helps support people in our community who need it most. ❤️

📅 This Saturday
📍 Lakefield Office
🎉 Fun, food, bargains, prizes, and community spirit all in one place!

Come for the deals, stay for the smiles, and help us make a difference one treasure at a time! 💙🏡✨

05/28/2026

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When you or someone you love hears the word “cancer,” the last thing you want is the added stress of travelling far from home for care.

That’s why I’m participating in the Dragon Boat Festival and raising money for the Peterborough Regional Health Centre Foundation. The funds raised help provide vital equipment and technology needed to diagnose cancer earlier and offer safer, more effective treatments — right here in our community.

Cancer has touched so many families, friends, neighbours, and clients in one way or another. Having access to exceptional care close to home can make an incredibly difficult journey just a little bit easier.

If you’re able to donate or share this post, I would truly appreciate the support. Every contribution, big or small, helps make a difference. ❤️

When you or someone you love hears the word “cancer,” the last thing you want is the added stress of travelling far from home for care

05/19/2026

**TORNADO WARNING ISSUED**
Please Share!

At 6:54 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time Tuesday, Environment Canada has issued a tornado warning for Central Ontario. Extra care and attention should be exercised in and around the following localities: Fenelon Falls, Balsam Lake Park, Apsley and Woodview.
Environment Canada meteorologists are tracking a severe thunderstorm that is possibly producing a tornado. Damaging winds, large hail and locally intense rainfall are also possible.

UPDATE: Red warning - tornado - in effect

At 6:57 p.m. Environment Canada meteorologists are tracking a severe thunderstorm that is possibly producing a tornado. Damaging winds, large hail and locally intense rainfall are also possible.

This is a very dangerous and potentially life-threatening situation.
Tornado warnings are issued when a thunderstorm is producing or is likely to produce a tornado.

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing moms, grandmothers, bonus moms, and mother figures 💕

A day to recognize the love, strength, comfort, and endless support you give every single day. Wishing you a day filled with love, appreciation, and special moments with the people who matter most.

Happy Mother’s Day 🌺

04/09/2026

I’m seeing a lot of buyers in Peterborough sitting on the sidelines right now…

Waiting for the perfect home.
Waiting for prices to change.
Waiting until they feel “ready.”

But the reality is — your first home isn’t meant to be your forever home.

It’s your entry point.

It’s how you start building equity and creating options for your next move.

The buyers who get ahead in this market aren’t waiting — they’re making smart first moves.

If you’ve been thinking about buying but aren’t sure where to start, let’s talk through a strategy that actually makes sense for you.

02/16/2026

“Happy Family Day!

Today, we celebrate the joy of family and the importance of finding the perfect home to create lasting memories. As a realtor, I love helping families discover spaces where they can thrive together. Let’s make your family’s dreams come true! 🏡❤️

02/09/2026

Check out this awesome Ashburnham Realty townhouse rental opportunity in East City at The Railyard development!

📍 367 Rogers St
🛏️ 2
🛁 2

Along with the 2 bedrooms and 2 bathroom it comes with an office space and a garden terrace directly off of the Trans Canada Trail! Walking distance to all amenities.

Connect with them for details ⬇️

🔗 http://ashburnham.ca
📧 [email protected]
☎️ 705-743-1168