January 9, 2026 – Toronto, ON: Ecclesiastical is excited to once again partner with the National Trust for Canada as the call for applications opens for the fourth annual Next Great Save competition, an initiative that helps communities across the country protect the historic places they love.
With more than 50 years in Canada as a specialist provider of insurance solutions, including insuring many of Canada’s iconic heritage buildings, Ecclesiastical is proud to support projects that safeguard our shared heritage while strengthening communities.
The Next Great Save competition will award a $50,000 prize, provided by Ecclesiastical, to help a community save a heritage place in Canada. The winning project will adapt, retrofit, renew, or improve a heritage space in a way that extends its useful life and delivers meaningful community benefit, ensuring it can be enjoyed for years to come.
“We’re proud to support the fourth annual Next Great Save and the National Trust for Canada’s work in helping communities protect the places that tell their stories,” said David Huebel, President, Ecclesiastical. “This competition highlights what’s possible when communities come together to renew heritage spaces for the future.”
The call for applications is open from January 9 to January 27, 2026. Community groups, non-profits, charities, and organizations across Canada are encouraged to apply with projects that demonstrate community impact, long-term sustainability, and a clear plan to protect a valued heritage place. To learn more about the Next Great Save competition, including eligibility criteria and how to apply, visit nationaltrustcanada.ca/what-you-can-do/nextgreatsave.
