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  • Anishinaabe Bird Names Special Oct 17th

    Posted by Scott on October 11th, 2023

    This past spring, an Anishinaabe Bird Names pamphlet was published by Creator’s Garden in conjunction with Birds Canada. It’s a resource that aims to introduce, or reintroduce readers to the names given to birds by the Anishinaabe people well before European settlement of Turtle Island. Creator’s Garden is the brainchild of Joseph Pitawanakwat, and also includes the work of his colleagues Andres Jimenez, and Junaid Khan. All three of them joined CKUW host Jonny B to talk about the pamphlet, about the lengths they have to go to uncover and recover these bird names, and about the future for this very important work.

    Tune in on Oct 17th at 8am to hear this special interview.

  • DIY DJ 2023 Revue

    Posted by Rob on September 28th, 2023

    On Sunday September 24th we joined the cross Canada celebration of Culture Days. We halted our regular schedule to present new programming from the following community volunteers. Listen or download the DIY – DJ shows at the links below.

    Contact CKUW if you think you could be a DIY DJ, training is free and easy! There are many open spots for community members like you.

  • Paticipate in Culture Days - Make Radio!

    Posted by Rob on August 30th, 2023

    Time again to Do-It-Yourself on CKUW! During DIY-DJ we turn the airwaves over to our listeners for a chance to create a unique radio show. We’ll give you 30 minutes and operate the tech, you bring the ideas & music. It’s easy and fun!

    This year DIY DJ is on Sunday September 24th from 3pm-6pm.

    Sign up on your own or with a friend, and create a radio show with the technical assistance of our trained volunteers. Bring in your favourite music, recordings that are meaningful to you, and take over the airwaves!

    Sign up HERE!

  • Bill C-18 and CKUW

    Posted by Rob on August 4th, 2023

    We have decided to pause our activity on Facebook and Instagram since Meta will soon be blocking news content in Canada.

    Meta is taking this action due to Bill C-18 recently passed by the parliament of Canada. C-18 will force Meta and Google to pay for links to news content on the Internet and this could lead to these companies blocking news in Canada which will include CKUW’s social profiles on their services (Facebook, Instagram).

    If you disagree with Meta’s decision to block news sources in our country, it’s crucial to take action and let your concerns be heard. You can make a difference by reaching out to your Member of Parliament (MP) and Meta directly. Be respectful but assertive in voicing your opposition to the news block and highlight the significance of access to diverse and trustworthy news content. Contact us at CKUW with any questions or for suggestions on how to best speak to your MP or Meta about this issue. 204-786-9782 / [email protected]

  • Fringe Radio

    Posted by Scott on July 17th, 2023

    Coverage of the 2023 Fringe Festival on CKUW 95.9fm.

    Eat Your Arts And Vegetables (Thursdays 530pm to 6pm) did an interviewed Christine Lesiak and Ian Walker Interview for their Fringe play “FOR SCIENCE” They ended up posting the interview on their website here

    Tune into a special live broadcast of Eat Your Arts & Vegetables on July 20th at 530pm with Gwen Coburn for her Fringe show “Sad Girl Songs: A Comedy Show”, a “musical not-your-typical-comedy is about the #MeToo movement in entertainment, and how our language and stories shape rape culture

    Brother Kelly Hughes of the Ivory Tower will be doing live interviews of Fringe performers through the Fringe Festival

    Tuesday July 18th 11am to 1pm
    Friday July 21st 2 to 3pm
    Saturday July 22nd 1 to 3pm
    Sunday July 23rd 3 to 5pm
    Monday July 24th 3 to 4pm
    Tuesday July 25th 11am to 1pm
    Friday July 28th 2 to 3pm
    Saturday July 29th 1 to 3pm