The Next Great Save Competitors in the News!
The Next Great Save is not only an opportunity for historic sites to win the $50,000 grand prize, sponsored by Ecclesiastical Insurance – it also gives competitors the chance to capitalize on increased visibility and exposure on a national scale, sharing their stories and increasing awareness among Canadians. Coverage from news outlets in print, audio and video, as well as social media posts, comments and likes all contribute to increased visibility for historic sites across the country as they compete in the Next Great Save! Below are some recent news articles that feature the competition and some of our 2025 competitors.
Broadview: These 4 historic churches are finalists in national heritage competition
By Abhisha Nanda
Parksville Qualicum Beach News: VIDEO: Island temple needs votes to preserve Chinese history, culture
By Christine van Reeuwyk
CBC: The Grand Theatre hopes to win a Canada-Wide compeititon to repair historic site in Indian Head
By Darla Ponace
CTV News Winnipeg: Manitoba heritage site in the running to win $50k
Victoria Buzz: Canada’s oldest Chinese temple in Victoria in the running for $50k national prize
By Nevada Alde
Radio-Canada, Panorama: Le Beau Savetage, un concours pour préserver le patrimoine canadien
CBC News: This old house: Bathurst group finalist could win $50k for repairs to historical property
By Hannah Rudderham
Niagara Now: Willowbank hopes to win $50k in national competition to expand Queenston school
By Julia Sacco
Telegraph-Journal: Bathurst landmark up for prize money to help with renos
By Trevor McNally
BusinessWire: The National Trust Announces 12 Finalists in the Next Great Save Compeition
Vernon Matters: O’Keefe Ranch a finalist for heritage protection funds
By Liam Verster
CBC News: Former Black church site a finalist in competition for renovation funding
By Michael Gorman
CBC Listen, Information Morning – Moncton: Heritage home in Bathurst a finalist in national competition for restoration funds
Global News: O’Keefe Ranch Mansion wins the top spot in the Next Great Save
Capital Daily: Oldest Chinese temple in Canada vying for top heritage prize
By Robyn Bell
