CKWR-FM
CKWR-FM is a Canadian radio station, broadcasting a community radio format at 98.5 FM in Kitchener, Ontario. The station has broadcast since 1973.
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| City | Kitchener, Ontario |
|---|---|
| Broadcast area | Waterloo Region |
| Frequency | 98.5 MHz (FM) |
| Branding | FM 98.5 CKWR |
| Programming | |
| Format | Adult album alternative, Multicultural |
| Ownership | |
| Owner | Wired World Inc. |
| History | |
First air date | 1973 |
Call sign meaning | C Kitchener-Waterloo Radio |
| Technical information | |
Licensing authority | CRTC |
| Class | B |
| ERP | 2,500 watts |
| HAAT | 180 meters (590 ft) |
| Links | |
| Website | ckwr.com |
Their studios are located on 1446 King Street East in Kitchener while their transmitter is located on top of Kitchener City Hall.
History
CKWR is a not-for-profit radio station that serves the communities of Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge and Guelph. It was the first licensed community radio station in Canada, receiving a license in 1973. Programming weekdays is Adult album alternative with local news and community events announcements. Evenings are specialty programs, and weekends are multicultural.
External links
- FM 98.5 CKWR
- CKWR-FM history – Canadian Communications Foundation
- CKWR-FM in the REC Canadian station database
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