About the Foundation
A House is Only a Home When the People Inside Feel Safe.
In 1998, Royal LePage made a unanimous decision: their charitable efforts would go toward helping women and children find safety from domestic abuse. That decision created the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation — and it's been changing lives ever since.
The Foundation is Canada's largest public foundation dedicated exclusively to funding women's shelters and violence prevention programs. Royal LePage covers all administrative costs, meaning every dollar donated goes directly to the cause — local women's shelters and national partners working to end domestic violence.
Through commission donations, local fundraising events, and volunteer time, Royal LePage agents raise money that stays in their own communities. Through the Foundation's brokerage-matching program, every office is paired with the women's shelter closest to it — so 100% of the funds raised locally go directly to the shelters that serve our own neighbours.
The Reality in Canada
On any given day, an estimated 3,000 women and 2,500 children are living in an emergency shelter to escape domestic violence.
Coast to Coast Coverage
There are 450+ shelters across Canada — but funding is always an obstacle. Your real estate transaction helps keep them open.
Prevention Programs
Beyond emergency shelters, the Foundation invests in prevention — funding youth education, healthy relationship programming, and a How to Help toolkit developed with Western University's Centre for Research & Education on Violence Against Women & Children (CREVAWC).
Where It Goes
What Your Support Funds.
Royal LePage is the only Canadian real estate company with its own charitable foundation — and because 100% of funds raised locally go directly to shelters, every dollar delivers real, life-changing support close to home.
Safe Shelter, Right Away
Emergency shelter and crisis intervention for women and children fleeing domestic violence.
Support to Rebuild
Trauma-informed counselling, job training, and legal support to help survivors get back on their feet.
Care for Children
Play therapy for children and parenting programs for mothers.
Stronger, Safer Homes
Shelter improvements, renovations, and new builds — plus support for families moving into safe, independent housing.
Recognition
Our Shelter Foundation Awards
Twice recognized by the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation for outstanding contributions — a distinction that belongs to every client who chose Turner Realty.
2024 Award · Announced January 31, 2025
Royal LePage Shelter Foundation Award
Gaye Turner & Mike Turner
Announced at the Royal LePage National Kick Off on January 31, 2025, this award recognizes Gaye and Mike Turner's sustained commitment to the Foundation — through commission donations, local fundraising, and years of consistent support for the cause. The formal presentation took place at the Royal LePage National Leadership Conference and the National Sales Conference.
"Thank you again for all you do for the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation. We hope that in some small way, this award makes you feel pride in your efforts and adequately reflects our gratitude for your support." — Lisa Gibbs, MPNL, Executive Director, Royal LePage Shelter Foundation
2018 Award · East Coast Team of the Year — Shelter Award
Team of the Year — Shelter Award
Roberta Primmer & Karen Pomeroy
Royal LePage Turner Realty agents Roberta Primmer and Karen Pomeroy were selected as the 2018 Shelter Award recipients for Team of the Year on the East Coast — recognized for their extraordinary fundraising efforts and community engagement. Roberta and Karen are known locally for hosting creative fundraising events that brought the Happy Valley-Goose Bay community together in support of women and children fleeing domestic violence.
"We have chosen Roberta and Karen to receive the 2018 Shelter Award for Team of the Year (East Coast)." — Shanan Spencer-Brown, Executive Director, Royal LePage Shelter Foundation
In the News
How We Give Back
Commission Donations
Our agents donate a portion of their commissions to the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation with every transaction — whether buying or selling. This ongoing commitment means that every real estate transaction directly supports women and children in need. When you choose Turner Realty, you're helping someone find safety.
Local Fundraising Events
From masquerade balls to community events, Turner Realty agents organize and actively participate in local fundraisers that bring Central Newfoundland and Labrador together for the cause. These events raise awareness and critical funds while building community solidarity around ending domestic violence.
Make Your Move Matter
Real Estate That Gives Back
When you buy or sell with Royal LePage Turner Realty, a meaningful portion of every transaction supports the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation. Every move counts. Every transaction matters. That's the Turner Realty difference.