Premier Awards - Best Historical Story ( Circulation up to 1499,Circulation 1500 to 3999,Circulation 4000 to 6499,Circulation 6500 to 9999)
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Place Name:
First Place
Contestant Name:
Nunatsiaq News (Nunavut/Nunavik, NU)
Entry Title:
Who really discovered this remote Nazi weather station?
Entry Credit:
Cedric Gallant
Judge Comment:
I absolutely loved this story, from the headline on. It was captivating, mysterious, well put together - a great read.
This reader knew after reading the first paragraph that it was a read-to-the-end piece. Excellent work.
Place Name:
Second Place
Contestant Name:
The Carillon (Steinbach, MB)
Entry Title:
Floor patterns focus of latest MHV exhibit
Entry Credit:
Jordan Ross
Judge Comment:
Although it took a bit to verify what "floor patterns" were, this story put such a homey touch on the minutia of daily life in a Mennonite community, and it was so lovely to read about. I would love for the installation to visit my hometown!
A really super piece! Fun, informative, great photos - a treat!
Place Name:
Third Place
Contestant Name:
The Macleod Gazette (Fort Macleod, AB)
Entry Title:
End of an era for MAE Belles
Entry Credit:
Frank McTighe
Judge Comment:
The closing down of this incredible group of ladies is a sad report on not only the group itself, but the state of volunteerism as a whole.
This reader actually got a little teary while reading this piece, as they sound like a great group. It's also been the only piece in this category to elicit a laugh!
This story will be repeated more often in the future if volunteers don't come forward to continue the "good old days" when neighbour helped neighbour.
Competition Comment:
There were some fabulous tales in this category - honouring the past, work towards truth and reconciliation with Indigenous partners - a real desire by each news outlet to keep the past alive for its readers. And without our past, how do we recognize how to move forward?
