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“That
is one plaque that really touched my heart,” explained Eva Lanctot, of
the message which was inscribed by the 1998-99 Minor Atoms.
Visitors to the office always take a few moments to look at the
dozens of plaques that adorn the entrance to Eva Lanctot Realty on Hwy
69N in Val Therese. For
Eva, giving back to the community has become a way of life. After all,
for the past 37 years she and her husband of seven years, Ome Landry,
have watched the City of Valley East go through numerous changes as they
raised their own children and now enjoy the company of 17 grandchildren. “I
can even remember driving along Gravel Drive with grass growing in the
middle of the road,” Eva recalled. “The road was named after Albert
Gravel who was the Reeve.” Eva
Lanctot Realty was inducted this year into the Valley East Sports Hall
of Fame in the Sponsors Category in
honour of their
years of support for sports
and recreation activities. When asked how she felt about the
recognition, Eva quickly responded, “It’s me that should thank the
community instead of the other way around. Valley East has been
excellent to me. It’s been a place to raise my children and I have had
a lot of success in the real estate business here.” With
the amalgamation of Valley East into the City of Greater Sudbury, Eva is
concerned about maintaining our distinct identity. “When I talk to
people who are looking for a house they tell me that our City of Valley
East is recognized as the best and safest place to raise a family. They
point out that there are lots of activities for kids and many dedicated
volunteers to help them get on the right road.” “Kids
are our future,” Eva continued. “I think it is up to the businesses
to give a bit back to the community by sponsoring sports teams and other
recreation events. By doing this we can help build character into the
City and keep our identity even after amalgamation.” Residents
of Valley East are well aware of the tremendous support Eva Lanctot
Realty has provided over the years. It is because of people like Eva
that our children have so many options when it comes to recreation and
sports. “What
you give is what you get,” is Eva’s motto. And with it comes to
supporting kids activities, Eva’s “giving” means all the
difference in the world. Congratulations
to Eva Lanctot Realty on being inducted into the Valley East Sports Hall
of Fame. It is an honour which is truly deserved. EVA
LANCTOT REALTY 969-2218
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