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FAB 94.3, QX 104 Sold to Kamloops Broadcaster

May 16, 2013 12:02 PM in News • 0 Comments

QX 104 - FAB 94.3

Two Winnipeg radio stations have been acquired by the Jim Pattison Broadcast Group, pending CRTC approval.

FAB 94.3 (Bell Media) and QX 104 (Astral) are part of a deal announced Thursday by the broadcaster, which also includes the purchase of Calgary’s Kool FM.

“This is a very important acquisition for our Broadcast Group and, with the approval of this transaction from the CRTC, we will expand our presence in the major markets of Calgary and Winnipeg, which we have been focusing on for some time,” said Rick Arnish, chairman of Kamloops-based Jim Pattison Broadcast Group in a release.

‘Mother Flooder’ Lending a Hand Sandbagging

May 3, 2013 07:20 AM in Photos • 0 Comments

Staff from radio station Power 97 will help out at-risk homeowners from flooding this season. Dubbed the “Mother Flooder,” the pickup truck will travel to Southern Manitoba communities with staff to help sandbag where needed. The truck first made an appearance during the 2011 flood. (HANDOUT)

Adler Returning to Local Format on CJOB

April 24, 2013 11:07 AM in News • 0 Comments

Charles Adler (CHRISD.CA FILE)

Nationally syndicated radio host and TV personality Charles Adler is shifting focus to return to an all-local format.

Adler has agreed to a new deal with 680 CJOB to host a three-hour, Winnipeg-based talk show beginning September 3.

“I missed Winnipeg desperately for the ten years that I was away and felt like I had won the lottery by being invited back,” Adler said. “I missed doing my local show for the last eight years and feel like I’ve now won a second lottery. Can’t wait to start focusing again on the community I call my home, Winnipeg, Manitoba.”

Fresh Face on the Morning FM Dial

February 26, 2013 08:48 AM in Entertainment • 0 Comments

Matt Sutton

A new morning radio show will debut in Winnipeg on Wednesday.

Matt Sutton moves to 99.1 Fresh FM all the way from Brisbane, Australia. The radio host previously worked at B105 as a morning announcer and operations manager for the past three years. No stranger to Canada, Sutton has also worked in London, Ontario.

It’s the first morning show for the Corus Entertainment station, which specializes in a Hot AC format.

Sutton arrives as stations prepare for the spring ratings period beginning March 4. In the fall book, Fresh FM earned a 2.5 share in the 12+ demographic.

Follow Matt Sutton on Twitter: @MattFreshFM

CJNU Granted More Powerful Broadcasting Licence

February 20, 2013 04:39 PM in News • 0 Comments

Radio Studio CJNU Nostalgia Radio has been granted a full-time broadcasting license by the CRTC.

The licence will see the Winnipeg radio station move to 93.7 FM from its current frequency, 107.9 FM. The move also increases the transmission power from 50 watts to just under 500 watts.

“Our approach to programming will not change, and we will continue to support local non-profit organizations by broadcasting live from different locations such as the Variety Club of Manitoba who are the CJNU host sponsor for the month of February,” said Ross Thompson, chair of CJNU’s board.

The new licence will allow the station to stay on the air all month long, including the one day it was required to go dark under Industry Canada regulations.

The CJNU transmitter will continue to be located at the top of 55 Nassau Street to broadcast to its 20,000 weekly listeners.

CJNU will switch to its new frequency in either late August or early September.

Mid-Week Hockey Show to Keep Fans in the Loop

January 26, 2013 09:10 AM in Sports • 0 Comments

Hockey fans who want to be kept up-to-speed on the latest happenings around the NHL will appreciate a new show debuting on TSN Radio 1290.

“NHL Mid-Week with the Illegal Curve Hockey Show” will begin February 6 and run every Wednesday thereafter from 6 to 8 p.m.

The show, hosted by Drew Mindell, will keep hockey fans in the loop on the Winnipeg Jets, along with news from the 29 other NHL cities.

Analysts Richard Pollock and Ezra Ginsburg will also contribute to the mid-week show.

The regular “Illegal Curve Hockey Show” airs every Saturday from 12 to 3 p.m. on TSN Radio 1290.

– Staff

TSN Jets to Air 34 Games This Season

January 12, 2013 10:22 PM in Sports • 0 Comments

Winnipeg Jets fans who prefer to watch the season on their couch will be able to see the action on TSN Jets again this year.

The broadcaster has returned with 34 regular season games starting Monday, January 21 when the Jets visit Boston (12 p.m. CT).

Specialty channel TSN Jets will include commentary by veteran broadcaster and Manitoba native Dennis Beyak. Colour commentary duties will be shared by Mike Johnson, Brian Engblom, and Shane Hnidy.

Fans can also hear their game day coverage on TSN Radio 1290 with pre- and post-game shows hosted by Rick Ralph.

Where to see TSN Jets:

Access Communications — Channel 534 in HD and Channel 434 in SD
Bell TV — Channel 1423 in HD and Channel 423 in SD
MTS Classic TV — Channel 168 in SD
MTS Digital Cable — Channel 311 in SD
MTS Ultimate TV — Channel 1168 in HD and Channel 168 in SD
Shaw Cable — Channel 290 in HD and Channel 289 in SD
Shaw Direct (Advanced) — Channel 393 in HD and Channel 136 in SD
Shaw Direct (Classic) — Channel 449 in HD and Channel 468 in SD

Minor Hockey Players to Get All-Star Treatment

January 11, 2013 08:45 AM in Sports • 0 Comments

CJOB 680 A local talk radio station will give minor league hockey players the “big league” treatment on Saturday.

680 CJOB is presenting the second annual Rona Minor Hockey Road Show at the Southdale Community Centre. The road show will feature 10 novice and minor hockey teams out of 200 that applied online through the station’s website.

Each game will start with player introductions and the singing of ‘O Canada’ and include play-by-play commentary from 680 CJOB sports announcers.

“This full day of hockey at the grass roots level brings us all back to when we first developed a love of the game for all the right reasons. Can’t wait to announce that first he/she shoots, he/she scores,” said CJOB announcer Kelly Moore.

The first game starts at 9:45 a.m. and the last puck drops at 3:45 p.m. at Southdale Community Centre, 254 Lakewood Boulevard.

Toy, Cash Drive Raises $53K for Christmas Cheer Board

December 11, 2012 02:39 PM in News • 0 Comments

Christmas Miracle Toy and Cash Drive 2012

The 30th annual Christmas Miracle Toy and Cash Drive raised $53,000 and 5,300 toys for the Christmas Cheer Board. (HANDOUT)

Three Winnipeg radio stations have helped to raise $53,000 in cash and 5,300 toy donations for the Christmas Cheer Board.

Bell Media Radio’s Christmas Miracle Toy and Cash Drive was held last Thursday, Friday and Saturday at St. Vital Centre. 99.9 BOB FM, TSN Radio 1290 and FAB 94.3 broadcasted live daily to encourage the public to make a donation to the campaign.

“The Christmas Miracle contributes a quarter of all donations for the Christmas Cheer Board and helps ensure children and families can enjoy the spirit of the season on Christmas morning,” said Cheer Board executive director Kai Madsen. “There are so many people involved with this three-day event who give generously of their time. I’d like to extend a very special thank you to everyone involved.”

Donations can still be made at TD Canada Trust until December 24.

Annual Christmas Miracle Toy and Cash Drive Underway

December 6, 2012 12:20 PM in News • 0 Comments

Three Winnipeg radio stations began broadcasting live from St. Vital Centre this morning as part of the 30th Annual Christmas Miracle Toy and Cash Drive.

Until Saturday evening, 99.9 BOB FM, TSN Radio 1290 and FAB 94.3 will be collecting donations for the Christmas Cheer Board to help hundreds of families have a joyful Christmas this year.

“As the holiday season approaches, we here at Bell Media are reminded of the generosity of Winnipeggers who continue to support the Christmas Cheer Board through the Christmas Miracle, now in its 30th year,” said Mark Maheu, GM and VP of Bell Media Radio Winnipeg. “We look forward to seeing old and new faces engage in the spirit of giving this season to ensure Christmas happens for everyone.”

Over the past three decades, more than $725,000 and 55,000 toys have been collected through the initiative.

The stations will broadcast live from the Food Hall until 9 p.m. tonight, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday.

Clay Young Resigns from CJOB

December 5, 2012 06:54 PM in News • 1 Comment

Clay Young

Winnipeg radio news broadcaster Clay Young resigned from CJOB on Wednesday.

Young will assume the role of news director at CKLQ in Brandon starting in January, he told ChrisD.ca late today.

Young was at the Information Superstation for just over four years.

Prior to CJOB, Young worked in several other areas of local media, including as a news anchor on the former MTN TV station (now Citytv) in the 1990s.

His resume also includes eight years at CTV (then CKY), CHUM Radio, Newcap Radio, and a four-year stint in Thunder Bay.

– Staff

Talk, Rock Top Winnipeg’s Fall Radio Ratings

November 29, 2012 10:29 AM in News • 2 Comments

The Fall 2012 radio ratings were released Thursday by BBM Canada, putting CJOB at the top of the list for another year, along with fellow talk radio station CBC Radio One.

Rock stations 92 CITI FM (Rogers) and 103.1 Virgin Radio (Astral) followed, with country music station QX104 (Astral) rounding out the top five.

Power 97 saws its share drop more than two points, while 92 CITI FM increased its listenership. Industry insiders predicted a bump in CITI’s numbers after “Wheeler in the Morning” made the move in September.

Bell Media’s 99.9 BOB FM and TSN Radio 1290 were up, along with Corus’ 99.1 Fresh FM. Top 40 station Energy 106 (Evanov) dropped more than one point.

The below data is for the 12+ demographic, with the Fall 2011 ratings in parentheses for comparison.

CJOB — 14.8 (14.7)
CBC Radio One — 9.9 (8.9)
92 CITI FM — 8.1 (5.6)
103.1 Virgin Radio — 7.4 (8.6) *Hot 103
QX104 — 7.4 (8.6)
99.9 BOB FM — 7.2 (4.9)
Power 97 — 6.8 (9.0)
FAB 94.3 — 6.2 (6.6)
Energy 106 — 5.6 (6.9)
102.3 Clear FM — 5.2 (5.9)
CBC Radio 2 — 3.1 (3.3)
99.1 Fresh FM — 2.5 (0.9)
TSN Radio 1290 — 2.4 (1.1)
100.7 The Breeze — 0.9 (1.2)

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