Ground Beef Day With Lloyd FM
Lloydminster AB from Kurt Price

Lloyd FM celebrated Ground Beef day at city hall in Lloydminster on Thursday (Feb 2nd). While the rest of North America was waiting for a Ground Hog to make a weather prediction we were happy to use a two month old calf named Bear, what else would you expect in Cattle Country.

Lloyd in the Morning host Heather Klages joined Bear, The Mayor and other dignitaries at City Hall where his worship declared "Six more weeks of mild winter weather". http://959lloydfm.com

Competition Attempts To Cash In On $tuntman $tu's Idea
Ottawa ON

What started out as a fun idea on the Majic Morning Show, turned into an idea SO good that the competition just couldn't resist.

Majic 100 host Stuntman Stu invited his Facebook followers to comment on his photo (holding a ticket for tonight's $50 Million Lotto Max draw) and promissed to share $1000 with everyone who made a comment before 9pm.

By 5:30pm, over 12,000 people had commented... and not one, but two local competitors "borrowed" the idea, inviting their listeners to participate in similar exercises.

Biggs & Barr's GroundGator Day
St. Catharines ON from Jamie Alton

The Biggs & Barr Show on 97.7 HTZFM says Groundhog day is dead…welcome to GroundGator day! Who better to predict earthly weather patterns than a relative of one of the oldest creatures on the earth?

Chris Biggs represented an Early Spring, Jason Barr represented 6 more weeks of winter. Whoever Bubba the Gator chose to hunt down determined the prediction...it was 6 more weeks of winter! And so begins a new tradition - GroundGator Day!

Tune in to radio magic weekday mornings from 6-10am on Southern Ontario’s Best Rock 97.7 HTZFM!!! See the video of the event right here: http://www.htzfm.com/shows/biggsandbarr.aspx

Astral Radio Launches On-Demand Digital Musical Service Across NRJ & Virgin Radio Networks
Montreal QC from Astral

Astral Radio is pleased to announce the launch of its all-new digital music service across the NRJ and Virgin Radio Networks. Astral Radio is the first radio broadcaster in Canada to offer this kind of on-demand music and music video streaming service. Not only does this offer listeners new and innovative platforms to discover and share new music, but at the same time it provides its local and national advertisers with new business opportunities on new platforms. The service will be accessible from the radio station websites and on mobile devices. The new service will enable listeners to access different musical content in audio and video formats. It will also offer weekly releases, exclusive content, a music video library and customizable playlist functions, as well as specialized web radio channels. The on-demand player will exploit all the opportunities that social media present so that music lovers can share their discoveries and their favourites on a variety of social media platforms.

The on-demand player has been made possible thanks to agreements concluded between Astral Radio and four major music labels. Some agreements have been signed in Quebec. Astral Radio also counts on announcing agreements with the main Quebec record labels over the coming months.

“Radio continues to be the primary source of music discovery for fans. We are very excited to offer our listeners multiple ways to discover, enjoy and share their music. We also value our relationship with the music industry and look forward to working together in breaking new artists” says Rob Farina, Executive Vice-President, Content, at Astral Radio.

A major campaign to promote the service is planned on participating radio stations, all Cineplex theatre screens across Canada, as well as a digital online marketing campaign.

Advertisers will also have the opportunity to integrate their brand and/or their offer with this exclusive musical service in several ways. Advertisers will also be able to sponsor different sections of the site, such as artist of the month, exclusive interviews, countdowns and the web radio channels. “In addition to extending the experience with their favourite radio brand online, Astral Radio’s on-demand player will offer advertisers new business opportunities via the multiplatform offer from Astral Radio, which already includes radio, web and mobility,” says Mario Cecchini, Senior Vice-President, Sales and Marketing, Astral Radio.

The service is being launched by all of the Virgin Radio stations in Canada (Toronto, Montreal, Edmonton, Calgary and Vancouver), the NRJ network across Quebec, and various other Canadian Top 40 format Astral stations, such as HOT 103 and the Sun fm network. Available online now, the service will be available on mobile devices this spring.

The on-demand player from Astral Radio is now available at the following addresses:

Virgin Player Links:
http://vancouver.virginradio.ca/Player.aspx
http://toronto.virginradio.ca/Player.aspx
http://calgary.virginradio.ca/player.aspx
http://edmonton.virginradio.ca/player.aspx
http://montreal.virginradio.ca/player.aspx

Hot 103 Link:
http://www.hot103live.com/player.aspx

Sun FM Links:
http://www.sunonline.ca/player.aspx
http://www.peacesunfm.com/player.aspx
http://www.thesunonline.ca/player.aspx
http://www.thesun.net/player.aspx

EZ Rock Breakfast On The Beach
Kelowna BC from Diana Arend

101-5 EZ Rock is a member of the Astral family. Astral is one of Canada’s largest media companies. It operates over 100 of the country’s most popular pay and specialty television, radio, out-of-home advertising and digital media properties. Astral plays a central role in community life across the country by offering diverse, rich and vibrant programming that meets the tastes and needs of consumers and advertisers. To learn more about Astral, visit astral.com

101.5 EZ Rock morning show hosts Andy & Tj took 4 trip winners and their guests to Sandals Grande Riviera Beach & Villa Golf Resort and awarded one last trip while broadcasting live during the week they were in Jamaica.

In total, EZ Rock awarded 5 luxury included trips for a winner and guest to Jamaica as a part of successful Fall 2011 BBM contesting.

Andy James says, "We couldn’t have picked a better time to be in Jamaica! With record-breaking cold back home in Kelowna, our listeners were beyond thrilled to be soaking in the Caribbean sunshine!”

“Our EZ Rock listeners just raved about the 60-million dollar ‘transformation’ that Sandals Grand Riviera had just undergone. They didn’t want to leave!” adds morning show host Tj.

DAWG FM's Bikini Skate For "The Bachelor" Canada
Ottawa ON from Dylan Black

DAWG FM's Traffic Manager/Receptionist Jenny Campbell braved the elements all in the name of love.

Jenny is hoping to land a spot on the upcoming Canadian version of reality show The Bachelor.

What better way to apply than to skate on the Rideau Canal in a bikini! Jenny's skate took place January 31st.

Check out the photos here.

Photos courtesy of Jeff McFayden

90.3 AMP Big Rock Star Returns
Calgary AB from Stephen Dolhagaray

Calgary celebrates 100 years of culture this year and 90.3 AMP Radio is pleased join the celebration with the awarding of $250,000 in talent support to deserving local music acts at the 90.3 AMP Big ROCK STAR 2012 Final this Saturday at MRU's Wyckham House. The Dudes, Lindsay Ell, Makeshift Innocence, Sidney York, Candace Lacina and Calum Graham will be vying for a $200,000 grand prize in talent support and a share of $50,000 in runners-up support.

Recently featured on Much Music's "Discovered," the 2011 90.3 AMP ROCK STAR grand prize winner's “For the Weekend” will take a break from recording to make a special appearance with their hit single "Rock Star". The 90.3 AMP Big ROCK STAR 2012 Final is an all ages event with licensed areas and admission is FREE.

What: 90.3 AMP RADIO BIG ROCK STAR 2012 FINAL

Why: 90.3 AMP Radio is giving away over $250,000 in Canadian Talent Support to six of some of the best Calgary original music talent

Who: The six music acts receiving support are:

CALUM GRAHAM | CANDACE LACINA | THE DUDES,

LINDSAY ELL | MAKESHIFT INNOCENCE | SIDNEY YORK

Also featuring a special performance by 90.3 AMP ROCK STAR 2011 Winners:

FOR THE WEEKEND

When: Saturday, February 4th, 2012 – Doors open 7:00 PM

Where: Wyckham House Event Centre, Mount Royal University - Admission is Free – All ages event with licensed areas

If you would like to attend and you require a media pass and access for interviews please email: Stephen Dolhagaray at sdolhagaray@newcap.ca

Ultimate Deep Purple Experience Auction On 99.3 The Drive
Prince George BC from Adam Lovell

On Friday January 20th, the town of Burns Lake was forever changed by an explosion at the Babine Forest Products sawmill site.
The town of Burns Lake needs the help of its neighbouring communities to recover from this, and on Friday February 3rd it will get just that.
99.3 The Drive, Deep Purple, Long & McQuade Musical Instruments, and Paul Mercs Concerts have come together to help raise funds and awareness for the people of Burns Lake.

Starting at 6:00 AM February 3rd, 99.3 The Drive will auction off ‘The Ultimate Deep Purple Experience’: 2 tickets plus a chance to meet members of Deep Purple, a Deep Purple Music Library, and Epiphone Les Paul Special II guitar donated by Long & McQuade Musical Instruments and signed by the band!

To make bids, please call (250)649-0993 beginning at 6:00 AM. The phone lines will be open until 5:40PM, with the winning bidder announced at 5:45 PM. Follow 99.3 The Drive on Twitter and the Facebook Fan Page for updates on the current bid throughout the day. There will be continuous live updates starting after the 5:00 PM News, until the bidding is closed. All proceeds of the auction will go the Lake District Tragedy Relief Fund.
The Rotary Club of Prince George will also be collecting cash donations for the Lake District Tragedy Relief Fund at CN Centre the night of the concert, February 23rd. Donations can also be made on-line via the link at www.993thedrive.com.

Thank you to everyone for your support of the people of Burns Lake!

Brian Lord & Jerry Landa Pass Away
Vancouver BC from Tom Jeffries

Two of Vancouver's Legendary CFUN good guys of the late 50's passed within a week of each other.

Brian Lord, and Jerry Landa have left the building. Brian passed at his home in the Philippines at 77, and just last night, Mr. Landa died at the Jimmy Pattison Palliative Care Facility, at VGH. He was 78.

The Wolf Welcomes Pete Dalliday To Afternoon Drive
Peterborough ON from Carey Walker

Corus Radio Peterborough is pleased to welcome Pete Dalliday as the new host on THE WOLF 101.5 afternoon drive show with news anchor Alana Cameron. Pete joined THE WOLF as evening host last year and will officially take over afternoon drive from Brian Ellis this week. Before joining THE WOLF as a full-time host, Pete did play-by-play for the Peterborough Petes with his father, Gary.

“Pete’s connection to the community, minor and junior hockey and various charitable events make him a natural choice to take over from Brian Ellis on afternoon drive,” said JJ Johnston, General Manager, Corus Radio, Ontario East. “Pete is high energy, passionate about his community involvement and excited to help make the 20th year of The Wolf, the best yet.”

Afternoon on THE WOLF 101.5 hosted by Pete Dalliday and Alana Cameron airs weekdays from 2:00 p.m.to 6:00 p.m. on Central Ontario’s best rock.

A Presentation On Women In Leadership Featuring CWC President Stephanie MacKendrick
Winnipeg MB from Terri St. Louis

FREE Event for Members! Join us on February 2nd at MTS Place!

Where are all the Women?

In the past 20 years, the percentage of women in positions of leadership has remained stagnant, whereas men are more than twice as likely to hold these roles. Canadian Women in Communications' President Stephanie MacKendrick will lead a discussion on this topic and encourage us to ask what this means to us, what we should do about it and why we should care.

Date: Thursday, February 2, 2012
Time: Check-in at 2:00 p.m., Presentation at 2:30 p.m. Coffee/Dainties to follow.
CHANGE OF VENUE: MTS Place, 333 Main St., Winnipeg
Price: FREE for CWC Members & MTS Allstream Employees, $10 for Non-Members, $2 for Students

Register online at www.cwc-afc.com

Cub Carson Comes Home To Host BOB's Breakfast
Ottawa ON

Currently morning host at LIVE 105 in Halifax, longtime Ottawa morning personality Cub Carson is heading home to host BOB's Breakfast on 939 BOB FM.

He makes his debut February 13th.

Rogers Radio Secures One Of The Best Radio Shows Not On The Radio... Humble And Fred
Toronto ON from Fred Patterson

“We are very proud to partner with Humble and Fred and offer this unique, innovative show to our Rogers Radio listeners,” said Julie Adam, Vice-President, Programming, Rogers Radio. “It’s like having another Rogers radio station that lives solely in the digital space.”

Rogers Radio now offers listeners free access to Humble and Fred Radio.com, available on 19 Rogers Radio websites – granting unrestricted access to the popular podcasts, 24 hours a day. With just the click of a button, fans can tune in and catch up with Humble and Fred on the following Rogers Radio station players: 680News.com, Sportsnet590.ca, Sportsnet960.ca, Jackfm.com, 1031Jackfm.com, Jackfm.ca , SONiC1029.com, Rock977.ca, Rock979.ca, Rock106.ca, 92CitiFM.ca,1023bob.com, Chez106.com, 923Jackfm.com, KRock1057.ca,foxradio.ca, Q92Rocks.com, Q92Timmins.com and Rock1053.ca.

Also available for free on the exclusive Rogers Radio app, Humble and Fred Radio.com can be caught on-the-go with this all-access pass to their made-in-Canada podcasts. App users can browse by station, location or genre, connecting instantly with stations nationwide. At the tip of their fingers, listeners can check out recent playlists, request songs and directly link to station websites.

“We’ve never had so much fun,” said Patterson. “And to have Rogers recognize our efforts and want to give us access to their millions of listeners is flattering. Rogers’ vision of the future is very impressive.”

“We’re very happy to be part of the Rogers Family,” said Glassman. “In fact, from now on we’re going to call Bob McCown dad, and Erin Davis can be our mom.”

Humble and Fred have been part of the Canadian radio landscape for more than 30 years. “Humble” Howard Glassman started his career in his hometown, Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, before moving to Vancouver, Montreal and then Toronto. Patterson has worked exclusively in Toronto. The Humble and Fred Show became the morning show at 102.1 The Edge in 1989 where they were voted the best morning show in Canada four times by the Canadian Music Industry. Now, after six years apart, Humble and Fred are together again, with the same attitude, on a different platform and supported by Canada’s leading radio broadcaster - pretty cool, eh?

Josh McLellan / Energy 103.5 Halifax Part Ways
Halifax NS

6 year radio personality Josh McLellan and Z103.5 Halifax (Now Energy 103.5) have parted ways. Josh can be reached at joshmclellan@hotmail.com

Heart FM And Friends Raise Money For Muscular Dystrophy
Woodstock ON from Steve Bibby

The Heart FM and Friends hockey team took to the ice January 22nd in Stratford Ontario, this time to take on the Stratford Fire Department.

Keeping both teams in line were Stratford Mayor Dan Mathieson, and NHL Hall of Famer Ray Scrapinello.

The Heart FM team managed to beat out the firefighters 8 - 4 (did we mention the “Friends” included NHL Alumni; Mike Torchia, Ryan D’Arcy, Gilbert Dionne, and our coach Wayne Maxner)

The game raised over a thousand dollars for Muscular Dystrophy Canada.

HOT 899 Joins Be A Donor Campaign
Ottawa ON from Mauler

Hélène Campbell of Barrhaven, Ontario has been awaiting a double-lung transplant since the fall, needing to be tied to dozens of feet of oxygen tubes 24 hours a day. She needed our help and continues to need our help! Hélène created the Twitter account @alungstory and the hashtag #BeAnOrganDonor to grab the attention of Justin Bieber! And guess what?!

Justin not only retweeted but personally responded to Hélène four times this weeend! The New HOT 89-9 have been behind Hélène from the get go after having her on The Morning Hot Tub with Mauler, Rush, Jenni and Josie last week. Hélène was back on the morning show on this morning! She talked about the feedback she has been getting from celebrities WORLDWIDE and how she has helped organ donations increase in just a few days by over 1000%! Her next goal is to get Ellen Degerenes and Lady Gaga to retweet.

Follow her amazing story on Twitter: @alungstory @maulermauler @newhot899 #BeAnOrganDonor

AND be a donor!! www.beadonor.ca

ROCK 106 Freezes Egg On Sidewalk
Lethbridge AB from Scott McGregor

Forget Frying an egg on the sidewalk…THIS IS CANADA! Ever wonder long it would take to FREEZE an egg on the sidewalk? Scott McGregor and Megan McGeough from Rock 106 in Lethbridge did just that.

They fought the biter cold winds of Southern Alberta during temperatures of -45C and cracked an egg on the sidewalk to see how long it would take to freeze. As of now Scott's wife still has no idea that the eggs are missing from fridge. DON'T TELL HER! This 'breaking' news story was even picked up by The Calgary Herald (via their Tumblr site) and only makes sense to share it with yolk...errr..you.

Enjoy in 2 Egg-cellent Ways:

Video: http://youtu.be/yjBU5xV9FKY

Audio Only: http://soundcloud.com/scott-mcgregor/freezing-an-egg-at-45-below

Durham Radio's Million Penny Toy Drive Collects Change for Change
Oshawa ON from Natalie Fournier

The 12th annual fundraising initiative raised nearly $18,000 for Durham Region charities: Simcoe Hall Settlement House, Salvation Army Oshawa Community and Family Services and Grandview Children’s Foundation.

Million Penny Toy Drive was sponsored by Ontario Power Generation, BMO Bank of Montreal and the Oshawa Centre.

Also attached, a photo from the cheque presentation, held at the Oshawa Centre BMO Bank of Montreal location. Pictured from left to right: Steve Kassay (DRI,), Craig Sullivan (BMO,) Brigitte Tschinkel (Grandview,) Vicky Earle (Grandview,) Janet Thursby (BMO,) Ivan Downey (Salvation Army,) Mark Shuwera (Simcoe Hall Settlement House,) and Doug Kirk (DRI.)

HOT 899's Ryan Lindsay A-PEELS To Ellen DeGeneres
Ottawa ON

A week as a Banana. Seriously?

Ryan Lindsay from The New Hot 89.9 in Ottawa has donned a Banana Costume through until 7:00PM, Wednesday, January 25th, as part of a Campaign to get the evening host on to Ellen DeGeneres' Birthday Special.

After challenging listeners to get his campaign video to 10k views on youtube a scant 3 days after posting(which they surpassed!), Ryan's costumed up, and has already gotten confused stares, amused chuckles and even berated a woman at a local grocery store for trying to buy one of his children as a snack.

Why the birthday special, specifically? They (Ellen and Ryan) both SHARE the January 26th Birthday.

The Video that Started it all: http://youtu.be/ZTJdg4fDlRY

No word from Ellen's camp yet, but we'll keep you posted!

Ron Funnell Joins Bell Media Radio Kitchener
Kitchener ON

”Ron fits our team model of community leadership perfectly; he has actively supported each community where he has lived in service clubs, committee membership, and seven years in the fire service, including two as a Captain,” said Paul Cugliari, General Manager, Bell Media Kitchener. “Ron was recently nominated as Orillia Business Leader of the Year and we’re confident he’ll bring the same commitment and enthusiasm to his work at KOOL FM 105.3 and KFUN 99.5 FM.”

“Ron and I have known each other for nearly 10 years and share the same philosophy of Media Sales,” said John Yost, Retail Sales Manager, Bell Media Kitchener. “With his extensive broadcast management experience and proven track record in business development, Ron fits into our long-range objectives of providing superior customer service and advice to our advertisers in the Region of Waterloo.”

“I am incredibly honoured to be joining the talented team at Bell Media, Kitchener,” said Funnell. “My family is also thrilled that I am returning to work at home after nearly two years in transit between Orillia and Waterloo.”

Prior to joining Bell Media, Funnell was the General Manager at Bayshore Broadcasting’s Sunshine 89.1 in Orillia and 97.7 The Beach in Wasaga Beach. During his time there, Funnell implemented the launch of Sunshine 89.1 in 2010 to positive reviews from the Orillia community. Prior to his time in Orillia, Funnell lived and worked in the Kitchener-Waterloo region as General Sales Manager of KICX 106 in 2004, before moving to Market Sales Manager for CHYM, 570 NEWS and KIX.

Funnell lives in the Waterloo region with his wife and two children.

Dale Davies Joins Energy 106
Winnipeg MB

Evanov Radio Group welcomes Dale Davies to Energy 106 and Breeze 100.7 Winnipeg.

With nearly 15 years experience in Winnipeg radio, Dale has worked in a variety of formats. He began his career at 92 CITI FM in production and promotions. He has handled imaging at CITI, KY58 and the launch of Hot 103. Dale was recently Assistant PD and MD at Bell Media’s Bob FM and Fab FM in Winnipeg.

Dale starts Monday January 16th as Program Director and Music Director for Energy 106. He will also help to oversee programming for The Breeze 100.7

Dale Davies can be reached at dale@energy106.ca

Mike Alan Joins 100.7 The River Red Deer
Red Deer AB from Daryl Holien

After receiving over 55 applications...I’m pleased to announce that Mike Alan formerly of QX104 Winnipeg and 953 Crave Vancouver is the new Afternoon Drive talent for 100.7fm The River in Red Deer. He arrives in Red Deer Jan 30th and is on the air Feb.6th. Congrats to Mike and thanks to all who applied.

Newcap Radio’s K-ROCK 105.5 Becomes The New Hot 105.5
Charlottetown PEI from Kate Buick

Newcap Radio today announced the launch of the first hit music radio station in Prince Edward Island. The New Hot 105.5 will begin broadcasting at 1:05pm today on Newcap Radio’s 105.5 Charlottetown frequency, and will replace K-ROCK 105.5.

The New Hot 105.5, PEI’s #1 Hit Music Station General Manager Jennifer Evans says the launch addresses the changing needs of consumers. “Newcap Radio research has shown people want hit music in Prince Edward Island. Newcap Charlottetown continues to offer quality and innovative radio to PEI residents and advertisers. With the New Hot 105.5 we have created a fresh new sound with a brand that appeals to so many Islanders. With Newcap Radio’s strength and expertise we believe we have built a station that PEI listeners have been waiting for.”

The New Hot 105.5 Program Director Kate Buick says “Up until now, you couldn’t hear Lady Gaga, Rihanna or Katy Perry on Island radio stations. The New Hot 105.5 will give listeners all new music, and a brand new morning show. The Morning Hottub with Alex, Zack & Firth is Hit Music, Local News with Zack Bell, the latest Celebrity gossip and light hearted commentary so listeners can start their day in a fun and upbeat way.” Buick adds “The New Hot 105.5 will also offer something unique for Prince Edward Island! All Hot Countdown Weekends with Ryan Seacrest’s American Top 40, Rick Dee’s Weekly Top 40 and the Canadian Hit 30 with Mauler & Rush. “

The New Hot 105.5 promises to make this a HOT winter for Prince Edward Island starting with over 88 hours of non- stop music, and then on January 17, 2012 at 6am, you can start your day with The Morning Hottub with Alex, Zack & Firth.

For details on The New Hot 105.5, PEI’s #1 Hit Music station, call General Manager Jennifer Evans at 902-569-1003, or please visit www.hot1055fm.com at 1:05pm

94X PD Announcement
Prince George BC from Gary Russell

After a long and intense search to find a replacement for PD Gary Long (now with our sister station The Juice in Kelowna), I am pleased to announce Vista Radio’s Kevin Cotter will take over the Program Director position for Prince George’s Rock Station CIRX effective January 9th 2012.

As Assistant Program Director, Kevin has proven to be a positive, idea driven team player. His work on the Morning After Show and the station’s New Media platform has taken 94X to an amazing level of interaction with our audience. Kevin will continue to host the morning show and will begin immediately the task of filling his co-host position.

This decision was made extremely difficult by a highly competitive application process. We received over 30 applications and I’m really proud of the fact that the strongest applicants came from within our company. I would like to acknowledge and thank Kyle Wightman, Matt Porteous and Erin McTaggart for their strong applications and professionalism throughout this process. All three of these talented broadcasters are a key part of our current success as the number one combo in Prince George and I know we can count on that expertise to further build our on air and on line brands. Vista Radio is committed to promoting from within and I know there will be many opportunities in the future for these talented individuals.

Congratulations Kevin and again thanks to all those who applied.

11th Annual Corus Cares For Kids Charity Auction & Dinner
Cornwall ON from Holly Wilson

Variety 104.5 and Lahaie & Sullivan Cornwall Funeral Homes are proud to present the eleventh annual “Corus Cares for Kids” Charity Auction and Dinner. The auction, in support of the Children’s Treatment Centre (CTC), and supported by TD Canada Trust, will take place on Friday, February 3, 2012 at Best Western Parkway Inn and Conference Centre in Cornwall.

“The Children’s Treatment Centre treats so many children and unfortunately there are more children that need our help each and every year,” says Sean Adams, Children’s Treatment Centre Honorary Chair. “We receive no government funding so we depend on these fundraisers and the public has never let us down. Cornwall is a very generous community.”

“As a mom of two, I couldn't imagine my children in pain and with your help, we can give those children who need us a voice,” said Sue Stewart, Morning Rush host. “The Children's Treatment Centre can and will help but rely solely on donations to do so.”

"Along with Lahaie & Sullivan Cornwall Funeral Homes, we look forward to another successful dinner and auction with contributions going to the efforts of the CTC in bettering the lives of abused children in our community,” said Jimmy Kalaitzis, Morning Rush host.

Last year, the Corus Cares for Kids Charity Auction raised over $65,000 in support of the Centre. Donations can be made to this year’s auction by contacting the Children’s Treatment Centre at 613-933-4400 or in person at 305A Second Street East.

The Children’s Treatment Centre is a community based, community supported agency committed to the prevention and treatment of child abuse. The Centre provides free and immediate assessment and treatment to any abused child and that child’s family. The service the Centre provides is entirely funded by the community it serves and the Centre receives no government funding. The Centre’s clinical team is composed of professional psychologists, psychiatrists and counsellors who are highly skilled in the assessment and treatment of physical, emotional and sexual abuse.

Variety 104.5 is owned by Corus Entertainment Inc., a Canadian-based media and entertainment company. Corus is a market leader in specialty television and radio with additional assets in pay television, television broadcasting, children’s book publishing and children’s animation. The Company’s multimedia entertainment brands include YTV, Treehouse, Nickelodeon (Canada), W Network, OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network (Canada), CosmoTV, Sundance Channel (Canada), Movie Central, HBO Canada, Nelvana, Kids Can Press and radio stations including CKNW AM 980, 99.3 The FOX, Country 105, 630 CHED, Q107 and 102.1 the Edge. Corus creates engaging branded entertainment experiences for its audiences across multiple platforms. A publicly traded company, Corus is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (CJR.B). Experience Corus on the web at www.corusent.com.

Photo (left-right): Jimmy Kalaitzis – The Morning Rush on Variety 104, Sean Adams – Honorary Chair for the Children’s Treatment Centre and Sue Stewart – The Morning Rush on Variety 104 - proud to support the “Corus Cares for Kids” Charity Auction in support of the Children’s Treatment Centre.

100.7 THE BREEZE Puts “Personality” Back Into Radio
Winnipeg MB from Gary Gamble

The All new 100.7 THE BREEZE, CFJL-FM is pleased to announce the addition of 2 of Winnipeg’s most loved Radio personalities.

DON PERCY, Legendary Announcer, returns to Winnipeg radio to host “The Morning Breeze with Don Percy” from 6 – 10am. “The Master of the Morning” brings his unique brand of humor to the airwaves along with all of the information that you need to start your day. Besides a lengthy career on morning radio, Don is well known for his television appearances and as member of the Manitoba Broadcast Hall Of Fame.

Afternoons on the All New 100.7 THE BREEZE, we welcome back Stan Kubicek to the airwaves. Stan is a Long Time radio personality and probably best known as “The Weather Man” on CKND television, (now Global).
Stan Drives listeners home, weekday’s from 3pm – 6pm on 100.7 THE BREEZE.

100.7 The BREEZE , Lite & Refreshing,with Don Percy in the Morning & Stan Kubicek every afternoon playing Winnipeg’s Biggest Music Variety!

100.7 THE BREEZE is owned and operated by the Evanov Radio Group, with radio properties across Canada.

Energy 103.5 Halifax’s New #1 Hit Music Station
Halifax NS from Michael Communications PR Group

Just in time for the new year, HFX Broadcasting Inc. announces the arrival today of Halifax’s newest radio station, Energy 103.5.

Launching today at 1:03 pm, Energy , Halifax’s newest #1 All Hit Music Station is a pure contemporary sound that features artists such as Jay-Z, Pitbull, LMFAO, Rihanna, Flo- Rida, Nikki M, David Guetta and Drake. Energy’s 18-34 target audience is young, trendy and thrives on the passion and energy of life and hit music. Energy 103.5 will mirror their intensity and drive – delivering a supercharged, energetic, exciting and fun listening experience.

Energy 103.5’s cutting-edge sound features all the hits, all the time, to capture the active, enthusiastic consumers who are in the new acquisition and product upgrade stages of their lives. Energy 103.5 will provide these listeners and those wishing to reach them with a radio station reflective of their lifestyle.

Vice-President Paul Evanov said today: “ We are very excited about our newest brand and format for the Halifax area and expect that Energy 103.5 will meet all the expectations that have been expressed to us by listeners who are looking for something fresh and new in 2012 and beyond.”

Evanov Radio Group is a dynamic, independent broadcast company currently holding fifteen broadcast licences, including one digital. The company currently operates two radio stations in Halifax, one in Hawkesbury, one in Ottawa, four in the GTA plus one digital, two in Brantford / Kitchener / Waterloo, one in Montreal and a full cluster of three stations in Winnipeg.

http://www.energy1035.ca

CORUS Winnipeg Manager Named President/CEO Winnipeg Blue Bombers
Winnipeg MB from Chris D.

The Winnipeg Football Club announced today that Garth Buchko will become President and Chief Executive Officer of the organization effective March 1, 2012. Buchko has an extensive background as a senior executive, most notably as General Manager of CJOB, Power 97 and Groove FM for the past 16 years. Buchko becomes the 39th President in club history.

Winnipeg Blue Bomber Board Chairman, Bill Watchorn, states, “The Board conducted a very thorough and disciplined North American search for this position which brought forward a number of outstanding candidates. We chose Garth for his tremendous leadership skills and his excellent sales, marketing and branding strengths. He has a great deal of experience at the executive level.”

Buchko joins the Winnipeg Football Club after operating one of the strongest radio groups in all of Canada relating to ratings, revenue and profit growth.

“Garth has been very successful, has extensive senior management experience and has proven success in all aspects of leading a results driven organization,” said Watchorn. "This is a tremendous opportunity for me to serve the Winnipeg Football Club in this capacity,” said Buchko. “I am thrilled to join one of the historic sports franchises in this country, and look forward to working with the entire organization as we look ahead to many exciting times in the coming years. This organization drives deep into the fabric of our province and I am excited beyond words to help us continue to strive for excellence.”

Buchko is also heavily involved in many charities in Manitoba, including being the Founder and Chair of ‘Hunger for Hope’ through Winnipeg Harvest. He has served as a Board member and the Fundraising Chair of the Manitoba Special Olympics, the Public Relations Chair for the Children’s Hospital Foundation and is currently on the Board for the Health Sciences Centre Foundation.

Buchko was born and raised in Winnipeg. He is married to his wife Lesley, with three children; son, Matthew (22), daughter, Riley (15) and son, Connor (12).

Photo: CFL.ca

St. Paul, Alberta’s 1310 CHLW Becomes 97 7 The Spur CHSP-FM
St. Paul AB from The Spur

Real Country 97 7 The Spur is officially on the Air! Newcap Broadcasting’s newest radio station officially hit the air waves in St. Paul, Alberta Dec 30th at 10am.

As it states in its name it’s a Country Music Station playing New country and the best country from the 90’s and 2000’s. “We’ll still continue to be an information source for St. Paul and area providing coverage of local news, agricultural news, sports, weather, and promoting local community initiatives,” says Program Director Jeff Murray.

“It’s an exciting time for Newcap Radio, but we’re even more excited for the communities we serve to be able to provide them a product they can all be proud of,” says Newcap Alberta East General Manager Chad Tabish. “We work for the listeners and clients of our stations, and hope they will be as proud of the Spur as we are,” added Tabish.

The Spur can be heard at 97 7FM or streamed on line at www.977thespur.com.

The Spur is owned and operated by Newcap www.ncc.ca, from more information please contact

Chad Tabish
General Manger
Newcap, Alberta East
780-875-3321

Rock Of The Rock Goes Pop

OZ FM is no longer "The Rock Of The Rock" having flipped to Hot AC on Monday. They are now OZ FM "oday’s Best Music."

The DAWG FM Christmas Blood Donor Clinic a Huge Success
Ottawa ON from Dylan Black

On December 23rd, 101.9 DAWG FM hosted another Blood Donor Clinic at 1575 Carling Avenue, Ottawa.

The following is a statement from Simon Perreault. Canadian Blood Services Community Development Coordinator

"Today, we collected 92 units of blood, which is 121% of our target!

On behalf of blood recipients and Canadian Blood Services, please accept our thanks to 101.9 DAWG FM for your outstanding support."

DAWG FM donors included General Manager Todd Bernard and host of The DAWG'S BREAKFAST Dylan Black

Pictured - CBS Nurse Cathy Belair, Dylan Black and The DAWG.