Commercial Radio Stations
- CJBK News/Talk 1290 (London, ON)
- CJBQ 800 Belleville, ON
- CJCB 1270 Sydney, NS
- CJCD 100.1 "The Moose" Yellowknife, NT
- CJCI 97.3 "Country 97" Prince George, BC
- CJDJ 102.1 "Rock 102" Saskatoon, SK
- CJDV 107.5 "Dave Rocks" Kitchener, ON
- CJEC "WKND 91.9" Quebec City, QC
- CJEG "Kool 101.3 FM" Bonnyville, AB
- CJFX 98.9 "X 989 FM" Antigonish, NS
- CJGM 99.9 "myFM" Gananoque, ON
- CJGV "Peggy @ 99.1" Winnipeg, MB
- CJGX 940 "GX94" Yorkton, SK aac
- CJJM 99.3 "Moose FM" Espanola, ON
- CJKC 103.1 "Country 103" Kamloops, BC
- CJKL 101.5 Kirkland Lake, ON
- CJKR 97.5 "Power 97" Winnipeg, MB
CJKX 95.9 "KX96 New Country FM" - Ajax, ON
CJKX 95.9 "KX96 New Country FM" - Ajax, ONCJLL 97.9 "CHIN Radio Ottawa", ON
CJLL 97.9 "CHIN Radio Ottawa", ON- CJLM "M 103.5" Joliette, QC
- CJLS "Y95.5" Yarmouth, NS
- CJMC 100.3 "Bleu FM" Sainte-Anne-des-Monts
- CJMI 105.7 "myFM" Strathroy, ON
- CJMK 98.3 "98 Cool FM" Saskatoon, SK
- CJMR 1320 Mississauga, ON
- CJNW 107.1 "Hot 107" Edmonton, AB
- CJOJ 95.5 "Hits FM" Belleville, ON
- CJOT "Boom 99.7" Ottawa, ON
- CJOY 1460 "Greatest Hits" Guelph, ON
- CJPR 94.9 "Real Country Southwest" Blairmore, AB
- CJRL 89.5 "The Lake" Kenora, ON
- CJRW 102.1 "Spud FM" Summerside, PE
- CJSB 104.5 "CJ104" Swan River, MB
- CJSD 94.3 "Rock 94" Thunder Bay, ON
- CJSP/CJWF "Windsor's Country 95.9 && 92.7" Leamington, ON
- CJSS "Boom 101.9" Cornwall, ON
- CJTN 107.1 "Rock 107" Trenton, ON
- CJTT 104.5 Temiskaming Shores, ON
CJUK "Magic 99.9" Thunder Bay, ON
CJUK "Magic 99.9" Thunder Bay, ONCJVD 100.1 Vaudreuil-Dorion, QC
CJVD 100.1 Vaudreuil-Dorion, QC- CJVM 103.3 "CJ-103" Virden, MB
- CJWW "Country 600" Saskatoon, SK
CJXK 95.3 "K-Rock" Cold Lake, AB
CJXK 95.3 "K-Rock" Cold Lake, ABCJXL 96.1 "XL 96" Moncton, NB
CJXL 96.1 "XL 96" Moncton, NB- CJXY 107.9 "Y108" Burlington, ON
- CJYQ "930 KIXX Country" St. John's, NL
CKBL 92.9 "The Bull" Saskatoon, SK
CKBL 92.9 "The Bull" Saskatoon, SK- CKBT 91.5 "The Beat" Kitchener, ON
- CKBW 98.1 Bridgewater, NS
- CKBX "Country 840" 100 Mile House, BC
Commercial radio stations are a type of radio station that is primarily focused on generating revenue through advertising. They typically operate under a for-profit business model, with the goal of attracting as many listeners as possible in order to sell advertising space to businesses and other organizations.
Commercial radio stations typically play a variety of popular music genres, such as pop, rock, hip hop, and country. They may also feature talk radio shows, news programming, and sports coverage. The programming is designed to appeal to a broad audience, with the goal of maximizing the station's listener base and therefore its advertising revenue.
One of the defining characteristics of commercial radio stations is the use of radio jockeys, or DJs, who provide commentary, introduce songs, and conduct interviews with guests. These personalities are often highly recognizable and are promoted as part of the station's branding. They may also be responsible for creating playlists, organizing contests and promotions, and interacting with listeners through phone-ins, social media, and other channels.
Commercial radio stations are typically part of larger media conglomerates, which may own multiple stations in different markets. These companies often have significant resources to invest in marketing and advertising campaigns, which can help to drive listenership and revenue.
Despite their focus on generating revenue, commercial radio stations can also provide a valuable service to their communities. They may offer local news coverage, weather updates, and emergency alerts, as well as support local charities and events.
In recent years, the rise of digital streaming services has posed a challenge to commercial radio stations, as listeners have more options for accessing music and other content. However, many stations have responded by expanding their online presence and developing mobile apps, which allow listeners to access their programming on the go. They may also partner with streaming services or other online platforms to reach a wider audience.
Overall, commercial radio stations play an important role in the media landscape, providing entertainment, news, and advertising to millions of listeners around the world.