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Congrats to @1069thex.bsky.social! Despite the gloomy news about community-powered media, there is so much HOPE. #CKCU is full of excited volunteers, ready to contribute to Ottawa, Gatineau, and beyond.
Let's keep the good news coming.
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
#TeamCKCU #IndieMediaMatters
I'm on the radio 4-5pm tomorrow, @matthewsaintclare spins tunes - @saintclareband album release show next Friday, April 17th! Join us for#Candyshop on @ckcufm.bsky.social π»π»π»π» #friday #rocknroll #ottawa π΅πΆ
a picture of a microphone with the CKCU logo and it says CKCU Needs Your Support: Proietc the future of community media
Act now. Support CKCU in protecting community news, media training, and broadcasting when they're needed most.
Here's how: www.ckcufm.com/2026/04/07/c...
#SupportCKCU #TeamCKCU #AllMicsOn #FreePress
Wanna hear some grest music this morning on @ckcufm.bsky.social ?
Be careful out there CKCU fams! Plan ahead and take it slow if you're coming in. Otherwise, stay safe and cozy at home β€οΈ
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Women sitting around a conference table with microphones in front of them.
This International Women's Day, CKCU celebrates women in independent media with women-led Friday Drive and Reggae in the Fields takeovers.
Independent media creates space for voices, skills, culture, and connection.
Listen back on our website
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#TeamCKCU #IWD2026
Finn and Chris host Canadian Spaces!
Want to hear what can happen after Radio Camp? Canadian Spaces, Canada's longest running folk show, welcomes FINN as today's co-host. Tune in now at CKCU FM
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Three fabulous CKCU interns standing in front of the CKCU banner in the green room
Thank you to CKCU interns Tristan, Aman & Domenico from Algonquin College's Broadcasting, Radio & Podcasting programme. You made us better. Glad you're staying on as volunteers! π
#TeamCKCU #RadioStars
Count down to March Break Radio Camp!
If you're looking to register your 10-14-year-old in a camp and haven't found the right one, this could be for you!
Kids learn audio editing, production, writing, advertising, and do a LIVE SHOW at the end!
Sign up here!
www.ckcufm.com/radiocamp
#TeamCKCU
On #WorldRadioDay, we're sharing this feature from the folks at Ottawa Life Magazine.
CKCU is independent, volunteer-powered media in OttawaβGatineau. At a time when local media is shrinking, that work matters.
Learn how you can keep independent media strong:
www.ottawalife.com/article/ckcu...
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A picture of CKCU's radio camp poster. It says CKCU Radio Camp March Break! For kids 10 - 15. March 16-20
CKCUβs March Break Radio Camp runs March 16β20, 2026! Kids 10β14 can make radio ads, interview guests, and host a live radio show on CKCU 93.1 FM.
Register your campers here!
www.ckcufm.com/radiocamp/
#RadioCamp #TeamCKCU #MarchBreak #OttawaParents
Tune in to @ckcufm.bsky.social CKCU 93.1 FM at 8 AM on Monday, February 9 for another episode of Climate Cafes with Angela, where she will interview award-winning singer-songwriter and wilderness canoe guide, Kate Weekes.
πΆ Recorded episode β‘https://cod.ckcufm.com/programs/43/info.html
Joined in studio today by @gravencanada.bsky.social We will chat and he will play some tunes live. 9:30-noon on @ckcufm.bsky.social or ckcufm.com.
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Reggae in the Fields is 50! Canada's longest-running reggae show started as a 30-min segment in 1976.
Now it's a pillar of independent media.
We're celebrating it as part of #BlackHistoryMonth.
Read the full story here: www.ckcufm.com/reggae-in-th...
#IndieMediaMatters #FreePress #TeamCKCU
Looking for great Sunday morning programming? Indigenous CKCU is on air right now, with quiet stories and music to help us reflect and grow. Tune in live or listen back on our website.
cod.ckcufm.com/programs/28/...
#TeamCKCU #SundayMorning #FreePress
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Come on down to La Fab Sur Mill for a live community broadcast of Canadian Spaces and Back 40! If you can't make it watch it LIVE on our website (and don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel!)
www.ckcufm.com/2026/01/05/c...
#TeamCKCU #FreePress #FreeMusic
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Come see me TODAY at La Fab Sur Mill for great tunes, great people and a chance to buy CKCU merch!
www.ckcufm.com/2026/01/05/c...
A graphic drawing of a church for La Fab Sur Mill with the CKCU logo on it.
We're hitting the road!
Come join us for a live broadcast THIS SATURDAY, January 10, from 10 am to 1 pm at La Fab Sur Mill. This free, family-friendly event brings together local music, indie media, and a whole lot of heart.
www.ckcufm.com/2026/01/05/c....
#TeamCKCU #CKCUHitsTheRoad
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Here's what you loved in 2025 on CKCU β€οΈ
www.ckcufm.com/2026/01/02/w...
#TopAlbums2025 #TeamCKCU
Congratulations!
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A musician in the CKCU studio
CKCU volunteers on a stairwell in Carleton University
Reporters for CKCU FM
Happy New Year to the incredible #TeamCKCU!
We're all so lucky to be part of a community that's so deeply committed to Ottawa-Gatineau. From sharing stories and music to building a more connected, creative city. Here's to all of us, and to another great year ahead! ππ»
#CKCUForever #NewYear2026
Attention CKCU Fams! If you're coming by to do your show live, please have a read of @carleton.ca 's Holiday Closure Schedule.
To come in, please call Campus Security at 613-520-3612, select Option 5 to speak with reception, and request entry.
students.carleton.ca/2025/11/holi...
#TeamCKCU
Finn and Candance on CKCU
Today on CKCU, recent Radio Camp grad Finn and veteran host @candycane13.bsky.social from Candyshop are teaming up with a chill winter set with songs from Stardew Valley, Legend of Zelda, Kipo and more!
CKCU makes spaces for ALL voices!
#IndependentMediaMatters #FreePress #TeamCKCU
Too impatient to wait for the FM broadcast?
@ckcufm.bsky.social Roots & Rhythms streams Live and On Demand cod.ckcufm.com/programs/93/...
Did you know you can support local independent media year round? Donate monthly to @ckcufm.bsky.social to support with impact! www.canadahelps.org/en/charities... #SupportLocal #IndieMedia #Ottawa #Gatineau #HereForYou π»ππ€5οΈβ£0οΈβ£π₯°
Great to see @therosslyns.bsky.social get a spin on @ckcufm.bsky.social this afternoon πππ
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The amazing CKCU Family all in a stairwell. These are some of the folks who bring your stories to life.
Amid recent reports about the uOttawa's campus community radio station, CHUO, and its uncertain future, we are reminded of a simple truth: when local media vanishes, we all lose.
Read our statement.
www.ckcufm.com/2025/12/10/i...
#IndieMediaMatters
Live on @ckcufm.bsky.social from 9:30-noon. ckcufm.com or 93.1 FM.