FM 98.5 CKWR - Not the Norm but the Exception-al
Proud of our uniqueness and soundly successful, FM 98.5 CKWR is
The station was founded in 1973 by a group of community-radio pioneers who believed in and promoted a unique and diverse blend of programming. This fundamental philosophy remains firmly entrenched today, as FM 98.5 CKWR continues to offer listeners an exceptional blend of daytime, specialty and multicultural programs, along with the greatest music of all times. Serving a diverse range of tastes, we are your one-stop radio station.
At FM 98.5 CKWR, the emphasis is on “local” with community-focused programs, local information, local news stories, local traffic conditions, details of local community events, as well as updates on important local information that keeps communities running, supported by a local-branded website.
FM 98.5 CKWR is enjoyed by listeners in Waterloo Region, comprising the cities of Kitchener, Waterloo and Cambridge. The station’s signal extends to Guelph, Stratford, Brantford and surrounding area. Reaching out beyond the airwaves to a much wider community, FM 98.5 CKWR can also be heard around the world on the Internet in real time. To tune us in on your computer, click the “Listen Live” icon in the upper right-hand corner of this page. So, there’s no excuse not to visit us.
FM 98.5 CKWR - Waterloo Region’s #1 community radio station - doing it just for you.
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FM 98.5 CKWR
375 University Avenue East
Waterloo, ON N2K 3M7
Canada
Telephone: 519-886-9870
Toll Free: 1-800-757-1050
Fax: 519-886-0090
email: general@ckwr.com
