JAZZ.FM91 Announces World Music Festival
Toronto ON from Jessica Frohman

JAZZ.FM91 announced the first annual JAZZ.FM91 World Music Festival with 5 concerts running from Tuesday, August 6, 2013 to Saturday, August 10, 2013 at Hugh’s Room. The festival showcases jazz fusion from around the world featuring an eclectic mix of international and local jazz artists.

“In just a few years, JAZZ.FM91 has grown from being Canada’s premier jazz station to a global premier jazz station. With the ability to stream JAZZ.FM91 anywhere in the world, we now have a loyal global listenership. To honour this, we’re launching our first annual World Music Festival. Blending jazz with world beat is something we’ve wanted to do for years, and we’re excited to present this new concert series,” said Ross Porter, President and CEO of JAZZ.FM91.

The festival kicks off on Tuesday, August 6th with “Odessa Havana”. Award-winning trumpeter and composer David Buchbinder teams up with Juno Award winning pianist and composer Hilario Durán and a crew of Canada’s top jazz and world musicians to present this exciting Jewish-Cuban fusion. Working with award-winning producer (and band member) Roberto Occhipinti, the ensemble has captured the fresh, fiery and innovative sound that ignites audiences at every performance.

On Wednesday, August 7th we travel to Venezuela with Eric St. Laurent and Eliana Cuevas. This double-bill features a set by Eric St. Laurent Trio who perform instrumental music based on Central and South American rhythms. Eliana Cuevas, a native of Venezuela, will perform songs from her most recent CD with George Koller on bass, Mark Kelso on drums and her husband Jeremy Ledbetter on keys. Over to South Africa on Thursday, August 8th with Bruce Cassidy’s “Tribute to Hugh Masekela”. Bruce spent over ten years in South Africa becoming good friends with Masekela and has formed a nine-piece band to pay tribute to one of Africa’s most beloved musicians. On Friday, August 9th we’re in France with “From Paris With Love” featuring songs made famous by Edith Piaf, Joesphine Baker, Django Rheinhardt and more…as performed by Lyne Tremblay and Amy McConnell, with Drew Jureka on violin, Jesse Barksdale on guitar and more!

Closing the festival on Saturday, August 10th, we move to India with one of the world’s foremost modern jazz guitar players, Rez Abbasi with “Music for Snake Charming”. Rez will be fusing Indian music and jazz with his trio that features Rich Brown on bass and Anthony Michelli on drums. The evening will also feature a surprise guest appearance!

Tickets are $39.50 each, and 3-show passes are also available for $99.50. For full concert details and to purchase tickets visit www.jazz.fm or phone Hugh’s Room at (416) 531-6604.

Amanda Young Joins BOB FM London
London ON from Gerry Derikx

It is official 102.3 BOBFM London would like to announce that Amanda Young will be taking over the reigns as Promotion Director and APD as of July 1st. Amanda will be leaving behind her role as Program Director & Promotion Director for both Rogers radio stations in Fort McMurray. Prior to her stint in Fort McMurray she was Promotions Director for JACK-FM in Calgary.

Steve Madely To Receive Honorary Degree From Algonquin College
Ottawa ON from Phil Gaudreau

Radio host Steve Madely will be presented with an Honorary Degree at Algonquin College’s Spring Convocation, happening June 24, 25, and 26 at (the arena formerly known as) Scotiabank Place.

Madely, longtime radio announcer and host of Madely in the Morning on 580 CFRA Ottawa, will be receiving an Honorary Degree for his contributions to the Ottawa community through his charitable work, and for the role he has played as a mentor to young broadcasters as they graduated from Algonquin College’s programs. He will be delivering the convocation address to the Faculty of Arts, Media and Design graduates (including aspiring radio and TV broadcasters) on the afternoon of June 25.

The ceremony will be viewable via a live stream on www.AlgonquinCollege.com/Live.

Perfect Attendance for 13 Years!
Medicine Hat AB from Kim Johnston

Congratulations Andrew Dalzeil of Medicine Hat, Alberta! To honour this accomplishment, The KJ & Kirby Show (CFMY, Medicine Hat) had to mark the occasion we put together the following 'swag bag'...

-Cap-It Genuine Truckwear. A sweet vehicle flashlight. (www.cap-it.com)
-Medicine Hat Drag-racing Association, a season pass for the entire year (www.mhdra.com)
-Artistic Fresh Fruit arrangement, Blossoms in MedHat (facebook.com/BlossomsMedicineHat)
-Some massages from Revive Massage Therapy (facebook.com/revivemassagetherapyMedicineHat
-Ben’s Office, go pick out the office chair of your choice at BensOffice.com
-A specially crafted, one-of-a-kind snowboard rack from Rackanize, available from The Boarding House, Gravity Sports, and at Rackanize.com
-from Telus, a new X-Box 360 Kinect combo pack
-$1000 from Volkswagen Canada, and Southland Volkswagen

Pictured: Shalinda Kirby, Kim Johnston, Andrew Dalziel, and Medicine Hat Cypress MLA Drew Barnes

Scott Clements Appointed to Music New Brunswick Board
Saint John NB

Music New Brunswick, the provincial music industry association that provides a support network for those who are involved in the creation of music within the province of New Brunswick, has appointed Country 94 and 97.3 The Wave Program Director Scott Clements to their Board of Directors.

"The appointment to the Board is especially important this year as Music NB week is coming to Saint John this October. It also give us our radio stations more opportunity to help our local artists achieve their goals" says Clements.

Country 94 and 97.3 The Wave proudly presents Music NB week 2013 in Saint John from October 17th-20th!

99.9 Sun FM Best Of Kelowna In Multiple Catagories
Kelowna BC from Diana Arend

Kelowna’s #1 HIT Music Station 99.9 Sun FM is pleased to announce that Sun FM personalities were nominated in multiple catagories in the Best of Kelowna 2013. We’re celebrating the fact that Kelowna listeners have voted and Sun FM is, once again, on top!

BEST LOCAL PERSONALITY
KEVIN & SONIA
3rd PLACE – IAN MACKINNON

BEST LOCAL SOCIAL MEDIA PERSONALITY
KEVIN & SONIA
2nd PLACE – IAN MACKINNON

BEST OVERALL FACEBOOK PAGE
99.9 SUN FM, KELOWNA

BEST OVERALL TWITTER ACCOUNT
SONIA SIDHU

99.9 SUN FM Morning Show personalities Kevin Lim and Sonia Sidhu say, “We are most-honoured to receive these awards and would like to thank everyone for the nominations and the votes! Thank you for making us feel so loved!”

"Our Sun FM on air team is the best at staying connected with Kelowna. Whether it's on air, online or on site, they win every time! They're the best at what they do and all of these recognitions in The Best of Kelowna are proof of that. Thanks to all who voted for the Sun FM team!" echos Mark Burley, Group Brand Director.

http://www.thesun.net/BestofKelowna/index.aspx

Kelowna’s Longest Running Morning Show Team Receives High Honours
Kelowna BC from Diana Arend

This morning 101.5 EZ Rock’s Andy & Tj received an on-air surprise!

Andy & Tj have been waking Kelowna up since 2003. Since then, this duo has become well known for their community and charitable involvements include a range of organizations and causes, including: The Canadian Cancer Societies’ Daffodil Ball and Terry Fox Run, Canadian Breast Cancer Foundations’ Run For the Cure, Central Okanagan Hospice Associations’ “Swinging With The Stars”, Team Diabetes, JDRF, KGH Foundation, BC Children’s Hospital, Kelowna SPCA and the Rotary Centre for the Arts. You’ll find the couple mc’ing galas and fundraisering events many weekends throughout the year.

This morning Andy & Tj were honoured with the prestigious Paul Harris Award from Kelowna Sunrise Rotary. The Paul Harris Award is the highest honour a club can bestow on a person(s) either inside or outside of the Rotary Club. Andy & Tj were recognized for service above self and the tangible contributions to the community through supporting Rotary and other initiatives in the community.

“Andy & Tj were given this award for the commitment they show our community time and time again”, says Laurel D’Andrea from the Kelowna Sunrise Rotary.

Group Brand Director Mark Burley says, “This is a great honour in recognition of how tirelessly Andy & Tj serve the community they live in and how much they care about Kelowna. Congratulations on the well deserved award!”

Corus Entertainment Announces 2013 National Partners For Corus Feeds Kids’ Spring Campaign
Toronto ON from Tiffany Rushton

Corus Entertainment Inc. commenced its second annual Corus Feeds Kids Spring Campaign with two new partners on board, Maple Lodge Farms and The Wiggles. These partnerships will raise additional awareness for Corus Feeds Kids and help stock the shelves of local food banks. The Spring Campaign runs from Monday, June 10 to Friday, June 21, 2013.

Maple Lodge Farms, Ontario’s largest supplier of locally grown chicken, has chosen Corus Feeds Kids as a principal beneficiary of proceeds raised through the Maple Lodge Farms annual charity golf tournament which will be held on June 13, 2013. Additionally, Maple Lodge Farms has pledged a generous donation of products to local food banks. The Maple Lodge Farms’ Special Events Team will be cooking up a variety of their products at select Corus fundraising events throughout the month, as a further show of support.

Renowned children’s entertainers, The Wiggles, have selected Corus Feeds Kids as their cause partner during their fall 2013 Taking Off Canadian tour. This collaboration kicked off with an exclusive fundraising event in May at Corus’ Toronto facility, Corus Quay, as well as a public service announcement (PSA) featuring their music video, Power Through the Day. The Wiggles have also committed a portion of each ticket sold on the Canadian-leg of their fall tour to local area food banks on behalf of Corus Feeds Kids.

“Corus Feeds Kids is proud to be working with Maple Lodge Farms and The Wiggles to help nourish children's bodies and minds and improve the lives of young Canadians,” said John Cassaday, President and Chief Executive Officer, Corus Entertainment. “Together, we are confident that the campaign will garner support and awareness for Canada’s local food banks.”

“Providing Canadian families with wholesome, nutritious chicken has been the focus of our business for 58 years. Partnering with Corus Feeds Kids was a natural for us because our beliefs are aligned. Through our partnership, we hope to help improve the health and the lives of Canadian children in need,” said Fred Marques, Vice President, Business Development and Operations, Maple Lodge Farms.

“The Wiggles have always aimed to entertain children and to nourish their minds and bodies through music. We are pleased to work with Corus Feeds Kids and help alleviate childhood hunger in Canada,” said Paul Field, Managing Director, The Wiggles.

The two-week campaign includes Corus Feeds Kids Day on Friday, June 14, 2013, a day dedicated to raising funds for local food banks. On Corus Feeds Kids Day, Corus Radio stations across the country will broadcast live from their local food banks and local campaign partner locations to drive awareness and funds towards alleviating childhood hunger in Canada.

For more information or to make a donation, please visit CorusFeedsKids.com.

DAWG FM Raises Funds For CHEO
Ottawa ON from Dylan Black

Throughout the month of May 101.9 DAWG FM raised money for the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario.

When it was all said and done, $4318.60 was collected.

Dylan Black and Lisa Carmanico of THE DAWG'S BREAKFAST presented the cheque on the 30th CHEO telethon Saturday, June 8th.

Thank you to all those who donated!

CHUM FM Continues Reign As Toronto’s #1 Station Among Key Demographics
Toronto ON from Bell Media

Record-breaking audiences all day in key demos, including core groups of Adults 25-54 and Females 25-54

Canada’s legendary CHUM FM remains in Toronto radio’s #1 top spot, as confirmed by the release of BBM Canada’s spring PPM ratings book. Overall and in every daypart, Bell Media’s CHUM FM earns the largest share of adult listeners (25-54) all-day long. With these new results, CHUM FM and its fan-favourite programming have reached all-time PPM ratings highs among the key A25-54, F25-44, and F25-54 demographics.

CHUM FM’s ROGER, DARREN AND MARILYN continues to be the leading morning program in Toronto with a 17.8 share and double-digit increases among listeners A25-54, capturing more than a quarter of all adult women (F25-54).

“Getting to #1 can be difficult, but staying there consistently is even harder,” said David Corey, Vice-President, Radio Programming, Bell Media Radio. “I am amazed at how easy the CHUM FM team makes it look, while staying focused on the details that create this winning product.”

CHUM FM Report Card
BBM Canada Spring PPM Ratings

Source:

BBM Canada, PPM Toronto, 02/25/13-05/26/13, Monday-Sunday, 5 a.m. to 1 a.m.

* R02 2013 vs. R01 2013.

About Bell Media Radio

Bell Media Radio is a division of Bell Media, which is owned by BCE Inc. (TSX, NYSE: BCE), Canada’s largest communications company. Bell Media Radio is one of Canada’s most successful radio networks operating 33 radio stations in 14 markets throughout Canada including CHUM FM, Canada’s # 1 FM station.

AMP Radio's Katie Summers Recognized As Leader Of Tomorrow
Calgary AB from Stephen Dolhagaray

90.3 AMP Radio continues to make waves in the Calgary radio scene with award winning talent.

Katie Summers, from the AMP Radio Morning Show has been recognized by the Western Association of Broadcasters as a “Leader of Tomorrow”, an award that is handed out to radio personalities under 30 years old who have reached a significant level of success. This award is also meant to promote mentorship and professional development by introducing these leaders to the established business community and by promoting them as role models for others.

At only 25 years old, Katie has already established herself in the Calgary market amongst the many heritage morning shows within the city. As the host of the morning show on 90.3 AMP Radio Katie has delivered record ratings for the station.

“The future of our industry belongs to courageous talent. Talent that is brave enough to be authentic on the air; to let the listeners see the real them including their flaws and vulnerabilities. Katie is one of those talents! She is prepared to say the things that people are thinking but won’t say aloud. It is that openness and honesty that endears Katie to her audience now and will continue to do so in the future. This award is well deserved recognition for one of Alberta’s brightest new talents,” states Operations Manager, Paul Kaye.

Y101 Country Cares Radiothon For CHEO Raises $123,890.00
Ottawa ON from Dave Schutte

Today’s Best Country Y101 (Rogers Media CKBY) raised $123,890.00 during the 15th annual Y101 Country Cares Radiothon for CHEO, June 6, 2013. Thanks to our sponsors Dan Murphy Ford, Papa Jack and Rideau Auctions.

The Y101 Radiothon benefits the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO). Y101 broadcast LIVE from the CHEO Cafeteria and invited listeners to make a donation.

Since 1999, Today’s Best Country Y101’s CHEO Radiothon has raised well over 1.8 MILLION DOLLARS for the children at CHEO.

Proceeds from the Y101 Country Cares Radiothon for CHEO will be presented during the “Y101 Hour” of the CHEO Telethon, 5pm – 6pm Sunday June 9, 2013.

PHOTO: Y101 and CHEO staffers celebrate this years Y101 Country Cares Radiothon for CHEO final total $123,890.00

HOT 107 Announces HOTFactor 2013 Winners
Edmonton AB from Lisa Dickau

HOT 107 is pleased to announce the 6 winners of the 2013 HOTFactor Program.

Winners are:

· Bryan Finlay: https://www.facebook.com/bryanfinlaymusic

· Michelle Molineux: https://www.facebook.com/michellemolineux

· ESMA : https://www.facebook.com/esmarhythm

· Get Recked: https://www.facebook.com/getrecked

· Daniela Andrade: https://www.facebook.com/danielaandrademusic

· Politic Live: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Politic-Live/11519844186

All 6 will each receive:

· $10,000 to help further their musical careers

· A $1,500 recording package to Resonate Music School & Studio

· Promotion on HOT 107

· Opportunity to perform at this year’s HOTFactor Block Party, a FREE event July 10th @ The Public House Parking Lot featuring K-OS, Dirty Radio and Benji!

A song from each artist is available for FREE DOWNLOAD @ www.HOT107.ca

Spring 2013 BBM Canada Surveys - Astral Radio Reaches 89% Of Montreal Population
Montreal QC from Astral

The PPM data from BBM Canada for spring 2013 released today confirm excellent results for Astral Radio and its stations NRJ Montréal 94.3, 107,3 Rouge fm, Virgin Radio 96, CHOM 97 7 and CJAD 800 AM. In total, the five Montreal Astral Radio stations reach each week a grand total of 4,230,000 listeners. In addition, Astral Radio reaches 89% of the Montreal population1. In total, the three Astral Radio anglophone stations have 70.8% of the anglophone commercial market with adults 25-54 years old.

Virgin Radio 96, the most listened to station with adults 25-54 years old

Virgin Radio 96 has a grand total of 2 077,000 listeners and 30.6 commercial market share with adults 25 to 54 years old in the anglophone commercial market, an increase of 11% compared to the winter.

· Once again, Virgin Radio 96 snags the title of most listened to station in the Montreal anglophone market, both with adults 18-54 years old and 25-54 years old;

· The shows Freeway & Natasha In The Morning & The Drive Home with Mark Bergman continue to be the most listened to with women, no matter the target group (18-34 years old, 18-49 years old or 25-54 years old);

· Virgin Hit 20 with Isabelle Racicot also had excellent results, earning the title of most listened to show with women 18-54 years old in its weekend slot.

CHOM 97 7, still the favourite station of men 18-54 years old

CHOM 97 7 has a total of 1,598,000 listeners and a 24.5 market share with adults 25 to 54 years old in the anglophone market.

· CHOM 97 7 earns 112,000 listeners compared to last winter;

· The station nabs first position with men 18-54 years old;

· With adults 18-54 years old, CHOM 97 7 is in second place with a 24.7 commercial market share.

CJAD 800 AM News Talk Radio, still number one in the anglophone Montreal market!

This spring, CJAD 800 AM has a total of 339,000 listeners, in addition to garnering a 15.7 commercial market share with adults 25 to 54 years old in the anglophone market.

· CJAD continues to dominate the anglophone market with a grand total of 23 market share with listeners 2 years old and over.

· In the morning, CJAD takes first position seven days out of seven. In the week, The Andrew Carter Morning Show is the most listened to morning show both with listeners 2 years old and over (32 market share) and adults 25-54 years old (23 market share).

· CJAD airs 6 of the 10 most listened to shows in the Montreal anglophone market (2 years old and over), including The Andrew Carter Morning Show, Dave’s World and The Tommy Schnurmacher Show.

NRJ Montréal 94.3, the number one station with adults 18-34 years old

This spring, NRJ Montréal 94.3 has a grand total of 1,937,000 listeners, on top of obtaining a 15.0 commercial market share with adults 25-54 years old.

· NRJ Montréal 94.3 is the number one station with adults 18-34 years old;

· 121,000 more listeners listen to NRJ Montréal 94.3 compared to the winter;

· The show Les Grandes Gueules et Richard Turcotte is the most listened to show among 18-34 years old across all time slots;

· The show C’t’encore drôle with Pierre Pagé, Philippe Bond, Anaïs Favron and François Pérusse ranked again among the top 3 most listened to morning shows in Montréal. Philippe Bond just renewed his contract with the NRJ morning team for a two-year period.

107,3 Rouge fm gets its best ever survey!

107,3 Rouge fm records a total of 2,216,000 listeners, in addition to getting a 21.5 commercial market share with adults 25-54 years old.

· Continuing its growth since its launch in fall 2011, 107,3 Rouge fm got its best survey ever this spring with adults 25-54 years old. The best results for 107,3 since the Montreal market began measuring by PPM.

· The show Demande à Joël with Joël Legendre nabbed the coveted title of the most listened to lunch-hour show in Montreal with adults 25-54 years old, beating the show Les midis de Véro on Rythme FM, both with adults 25-54 years old and women 25-54 years old;

· The morning show Rouge café once again moves ahead of its main rival, Les matins de Montréal on Rythme FM. This is just the beginning, as 107,3 Rouge fm is very proud to welcome Patrick Groulx to the Rouge café team starting this August 26.

The entire Astral Radio team would like to take this opportunity to thank the many listeners and loyal advertisers that enabled it to consolidate its leadership in the Montreal radio market!

Sources: BBM Canada (Audiometry), February 25 to May 26, 2013, Mon-Sun, 2a-2a, weekly reach in total reach 2+ & commercial market share in 25-54 in Franco Montreal and Anglo Montreal. 1weekly reach in age 25-54 in Montreal Central.

NCI To Launch New Morning Show
Winnipeg MB from Alix Michaels

Native Communications Incorporated to launch exciting new morning show on Monday, June 10th. Join Alix and Ryan weekdays from 6am to 10am as part of The “Manitoba Wake Up Crew.” NCI FM is committed to bring you the best of country, entertainment and community news.

“The NCI brand has a long standing connection to all Manitobans and we’re excited to add this dynamic new show to our lineup,” says NCI’s CEO, Dave McLeod, “we’re thrilled to bring Manitoba a new team to wake up with every morning.”

Transforming talk into a career is what Alix Michaels is known for. She was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba where she made her debut on the radio and trust us, she hasn’t stopped talking since. She started as a local rock jock and then branched out by taking her conversation to the states. Her first stop was New Hampshire, followed by Minnesota and then Myrtle Beach, SC. After a few years of working in the States, Alix’s heart and voice were won back by Manitoba and she headed home. Her career in Manitoba took off and her voice has been heard on over 7 radio stations throughout Canada. In 2007, she started her own voice work company, SheVoice Productions. This means you can travel across the globe and Alix’s voice may follow you from St.Maarten to Florida, Minnesota, St.Kitts, Australia, Toronto and New Brunswick …just to name a few. And now, lucky for us Manitobans, we can hear Alix every weekday morning right here as co-host of Manitoba Wake Up Crew on NCI.

No stranger to the good ol’ country life Ryan Schultz was raised in Val Marie, Saskatchewan. From one small community to the next, Ryan made the move to Manitoba’s City of Sunshine, Dauphin. In Dauphin he worked for the Dauphin Kings Hockey Club and CKDM Radio. He’s somewhat of a sports guy listing playing hockey, baseball and football as his hobbies. He moved back to Saskatchewan to pursue his passion in radio and kept playing on the field as the voice of Regina Red Sox Baseball Club. And now we welcome Ryan to the heart of the prairies as the new co-host for Manitoba Wake Up Crew on NCI.

My Broadcasting Corporation Ranks No. 232 On The 2013 Profit 500
Renfrew ON from Jon Pole

PROFIT Magazine today ranked MBC No. 232 on the 25th annual PROFIT 500, the definitive ranking of Canada’s Fastest-Growing Companies. Published in the Summer issue of PROFIT Magazine and online at PROFITguide.com, the PROFIT 500 ranks Canadian businesses by their revenue growth over five years.

This marks the third consecutive year that MBC, the small market radio company based in Renfrew, Ontario has been recognized by PROFIT Magazine. Over the past 5 years, MBC has grown from 35 staff to over 75 fulltime employees.

“MBC is once again honoured to be on the PROFIT 500 ranking,” says President Jon Pole. “This achievement for the third straight year reflects the strength of our amazing team, company culture and the dedication to each of the communities we serve. I thank our group of fine broadcasters for their efforts!”

“To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Fastest-Growing Companies in Canada, the PROFIT 500 has expanded to recognize the entrepreneurial achievements of more than 500 Canadian companies,” says Ian Portsmouth, Editor-in-Chief of PROFIT magazine. “PROFIT is proud to now showcase Canada’s forward-thinking small business entrepreneurs and honour their talents and innovations.”

Visit website www.myfmradio.ca

Cornwall Radio Veteran Back In "AM Drive"
Cornwall ON from Stephens Media Group

After over 2 years as the mid day personality on Mix 96.1, Program Director Matt George announced that Wayne Thompson has agreed to host the “Brand New Breakfast Brew” weekdays from 6a-10a.

Wayne is the perfect personality for Mix 96.1 “Today’s Best Music”. People have been tuning him in for the last 14 years, so we are delighted to have him back in the morning drive. He will also act as Marketing and Account Manager for Cornwall and SDG effective immediately.

Thompson will also be heard weekday afternoons on Super Hits Pac 98.7 in Ogdensburg, NY, serving Prescott and Brockville.

CJ Moves On From Bronson Productions
Lindsay ON from CJ Irwin

You know what they say - Rock ‘N’ Roll is a fun place to visit, but you don’t want to live there. After 30 years, BRONSON PRODUCTIONS INC. - Colleen Irwin, aka CJ - has shut the front door.

I feel privileged to have worked one of the most prolific eras of entertainment and I know for anyone in this industry over the last 30/40 years will agree, it was one helluva ride.

Thank you to all my Radio, TV and corporate clients for the years of support and giving me reign to play. Thank you to the Artists and your music; you are the vehicle that drives my spirit and creativity.

It was a difficult decision to let BPI go, but it’s time for role reversal. Yes, I’ve now joined the ART of survival over economic logic and stability. I’ve opened a seasonal Art Gallery showcasing my own work as well as select others. My only regret is that due to the ease of tech, there are so many of you that I never had the pleasure of meeting. So to all of you in Toronto, maybe enroute to cottage country – press play, enjoy the beautifully landscaped drive through the Kawarthas and drop in to CJ’s Gallery for a face-to-face hello.

Back door may be open for ‘special projects’. I can be reached at info@bronsonproductions.com and www.cjsgallerycanada.com

Colleen Irwin
705-324-0755

Kitchener's KIX 106.7 Rebrands To Country 106.7
Kitchener ON from Charmaine Khan

Rogers Radio station KIX 106.7 today unveiled a refreshed image and sound on its airwaves and online, as the newly named Country 106.7.

Fans can continue to experience their favourite on-air hosts and today’s best country from superstars such as Blake Shelton, Carrie Underwood, Lady Antebellum, and Dean Brody through the stations new contemporary look and sound. With the new Country 106.7 sound comes custom created on-air jingles, a new logo, website, and TV spots. In the coming weeks, the brand will also debut an all-new mobile app.

Rogers Radio Kitchener station Country 106.7

“Country music is hot and comes with a very loyal and dedicated Canadian fan base. The enhanced image and sound of Country 106.7 reflects the rapid growth and evolution of the format which we are excited to share with our listeners and advertisers.” said Julie Adam, Vice-President of Programming, Rogers Radio.

KIX 106.7 is the first amongst Rogers Radio’s country music stations to rebrand. A revitalized image for sister stations KIX 93.5 (Kingston, ON), Y101 (Ottawa), Q104 (Sault St. Marie), Country 107.1 (Abbotsford, BC), and Country 93.3 (Fort McMurray, AB) will roll out in the coming months as part of a broader investment in this format.

Bob Irving Media Centre Honours Legendary CJOB Broadcaster
Winnipeg MB from Vanessa Mancini

The Winnipeg Football Club unveiled the media centre at Investors Group Field, named after 680 CJOB Sports Director, Bob Irving. Bob has been the play-by-play voice of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers since 1974.

“I don’t know what to say, I’m humbled by this,” said Bob Irving. “Covering the Bombers all these years has been a great highlight for me, and I feel attached to the team in many different ways, but to have a legacy like this is beyond any dreams one would have about the work that I do.”

“Everyone on the Corus Radio Winnipeg team is proud to be the radio partner of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, and their dedication to our partnership is reflected in this honour to Bob,” says Garry McKenzie, General Manager, Corus Radio Winnipeg. “On behalf of Corus Radio Winnipeg, I congratulate Bob for his achievements that have led to this honour, and have sincere gratitude towards the Winnipeg Blue Bombers for this enormous gesture.”

“This is exciting for the football club as we are able to honour someone who has meant so much to our organization over the years,” said Bombers’ president and CEO Garth Buchko. “His contributions to our club goes far beyond calling the games from his booth in the press box at Winnipeg and Canad Inns Stadium.”

Tune in to Bob Irving on 680 CJOB online at www.cjob.com or on your AM dial at 680.

101.9 DAWG FM's "Chuckles for CHEO 2" Huge Success
Ottawa ON from Dylan Black

May 27th, 2013 - It was a star studded night at Absolute Comedy!

DAWG FM held their second annual comedy night to benefit the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario.

In attendance? Curling champion Rachel Homan, organ donation champion Helene Campbell, actress Jacelyn Holmes (famous for her role in Billy Madison with Adam Sandler), Matt Sobb and Steve Marriner from the Juno award winning MonkeyJunk, Max Keeping, Wicked Grin, JW Jones, comedian Josh Williams and more!

The night raised $1665 which will be added to the 2013 DAWG FM CHEO FUND!

Pictured - DAWG FM Blues Babe Sue Deek, Host of THE DAWG'S BREAKFAST Dylan Black and Beauty Guru Jane Daly

Ontario Association of Broadcasters (OAB) Disappointed By Re-commercialization Of CBC's Radio Services
Toronto ON from OAB

In a lengthy decision released today, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission dealt with numerous Canadian Broadcasting Corporation license renewals.

The Ontario Association of Broadcasters is particularly disappointed in the Commission’s approval in part to reintroduce commercial advertising on the CBC’s Radio 2 and Espace Musique networks.

During its November 2012 public hearing, the Commission received extensive input from the public through individual and group interventions, program producers, and Canada’s private broadcasters represented by the OAB, BCAB, CAB and by individual company submissions. Virtually all opposed the CBC’s initiative to re-commercialize its radio services for various valid reasons:

(i) Re-commercialization will destroy the unique non-commercial nature of CBC Radio

(ii) It will reduce diversity of programming, as inevitably the CBC will become even more oriented towards programs with mass appeal in order to increase ‘ratings’

(iii) It is blatantly unfair to pit tax-paying Canadian commercial broadcasters who employ thousands across the country against a government funded organization which directs upwards of $400 million of its funding to produce radio programming. Commercial broadcasters will be competing against a taxpayer funded organization with an identical mandate, ie. to maximize ratings in order to maximize commercial advertising dollars.

In its 1974 decision, the CRTC eliminated commercials on CBC Radio, feeling that a commercialized CBC would adversely affect the distinct and unique character of CBC radio. With its decision today, the CRTC has now reversed its historical position.

The OAB notes that the authorization is for a three year period. However, once in place we believe it will be virtually impossible to wean the CBC off commercialization. The national treasure that is CBC Radio will be lost forever in the process.

We applaud Vice-Chairman Pentefountas’ articulate, comprehensive and thoughtful dissenting opinion in today’s decision. In his statement, he said, "My deepest concern is that the proposed changes for Radio 2 and Espace Musique will fundamentally and irrevocably change the nature of the service and the unique radio listening experience for audiences. Especially since I do not believe that the regulatory panacea that the public broadcaster is requesting of the Commission is the only means at its disposal to ensure that it can continue offering the distinct, quality radio programming that is so important to Canadians, if we rely on the interveners' testimonies."

His understanding stands above the consensus of the Commission’s decision.

The OAB is exploring additional avenues to achieve the right thing for the Ontario private broadcasters it represents.

Jamieson For Hire
Brockville ON from Scott McGregor

103.7 BOB-FM’s Breakfast Host Jamieson Bridal came through on a Brockville Volunteer Centre Bachelor Auction promise in support of the “Earl’s Court Playground Project”. He was auctioned off last year and in-lieu of going on a date the highest bigger got him to mow her lawn in a tutu wearing high heels, while she enjoyed a cold beverage on a beautiful afternoon. The playground Jamieson helped build will be open to the public June 6th and he has been promised the first test drive on the swing set…sorry kids! Jamieson is available for hire however his rates are quite steep. Video Here: http://youtu.be/4tMmk78Ehvc

KX 96 Named CMA's Ontario Station Of The Year
Oshawa ON from Adriane Vogel

CJKX-FM (KX-96) Oshawa / Toronto is the proud, first ever winner of the Country Music Association of Ontario’s Radio Station of the Year (Major Market) Award. Steve Kassay, VP of Programming for Durham Radio Inc says “This award is for the entire team at KX-96 who are dedicated to Country music and the artists every day. It’s the icing on the cake that capped off a stellar evening. The star of the show was the show itself. All the organizers are to be hardily congratulated”.

The inaugural Country Music Association of Ontario Awards was held on May 27th, 2013, at the Markham Theatre hosted by Charlie Major. The outstanding evening included performances by Kira Isabella, Deric Ruttan, Small Town Pistols, The Heartbroken, Greg Keelor, Michelle Wright, The Good Brothers, Lindsay Broughton and more! Plus appearances by Jason Blaine, Tim Hicks, Marshall Dane, The Stellas and more!

KX-96 serves the Greater Toronto Area from Oshawa. KX-947 serves the GTA and west from Hamilton. Canada’s number #1 Country...KX Country! www.kxcountry.fm

$177,293 donated to the Quebec Breast Cancer Foundation thanks to the sixth edition of the Rouge fm Osez le donner (Dare to Give) together with DeSerres!
Montreal QC from Astral

Tonight, live in front of an audience at the Astral in Montreal was the grand finale of the sixth edition of Osez le donner, the annual Rouge fm solidarity operation to benefit the Quebec Breast Cancer Foundation. This year's generosity has helped raise $177,293, donated to the Quebec Breast Cancer Foundation. This sum was raised through DeSerres’ commitment to donate $1 for each bra given (up to 150,000 bras) and the immense generosity of Rouge fm listeners and DeSerres customers who collected bras.

The presentation of the cheque took place in front of an audience who had come to see a great show featuring Luce Dufault, Laurence Jalbert, Audrey De Montigny, Lynda Thalie, Joël Legendre and Marina Orsini, and this year’s three Osez le donner ambassadors, Marilou, Isabelle Racicot and Maripier Morin. Marilou performed her new song Tu partages ton corps, written especially for her mother who fought breast cancer. Diane Langlois, Marketing Director at DeSerres and Brigitte Simard, Content Manager at 107,3 Rouge fm, presented on behalf of Rouge fm listeners and DeSerres customers the cheque to Francine Cléroux, Chief Executive Officer of the Quebec Breast Cancer Foundation.

Bras collected during the Osez le donner operation will be given to Renaissance, a non-profit organization whose mission is to facilitate the social and professional integration of people experiencing difficulty entering the job market. They will offer them at affordable prices through its Fripe-Prix network of community shops. Bras that cannot be reused will be given to Certex, a charity that collects and recycles used clothes, shoes and textiles.

The launch of the sixth Osez le donner operation took place on May 2. To celebrate the kick-off of its annual collection of bras in dramatic style, the Rouge fm network adopted, for the second consecutive year, the name of Rose fm in support of the cause, for the “rose” (pink) weekend from May 3 to 5. For the occasion, the bras were collected at all DeSerres throughout Quebec and the nine Rouge fm network stations. DeSerres also donated 3% of the weekend’s total sales, Saturday and Sunday May 4 and 5, to the Quebec Breast Cancer Foundation.

Thereafter until May 26, the collection of bras continued in the twelve DeSerres stores in the greater Montreal region and in major operations led by the 107,3 Rouge fm hosts and team. Throughout the year, DeSerres also sells in its stores and on its website deserres.ca, La Collection, a series of objects bearing the Foundation’s image, with 100% of the profits going to the Quebec Breast Cancer Foundation.

Since 2008, nearly 1 million dollars has been donated to the Quebec Breast Cancer Foundation as part of the Osez le donner operation, which has now become an annual tradition full of real hope.

Rouge fm would like to offer its heartfelt thanks to the ambassadors, its team of hosts and the artists who participated in the event, its many listeners, and of course DeSerres who, through its enormous generosity and solidarity, collected $177,293 this year to benefit the Quebec Breast Cancer Foundation and make this sixth Osez le donner such a remarkable success!

Brian DePoe Joins MBC Alliston
Alliston ON from Jon Pole

This summer, 92.1 myFM will launch in Alliston, Ontario. MBC is extremely proud of our outstanding team of small market broadcasters across the province, so we take each new addition to our team very seriously and our expectations are very high. We're proud to announce that Brian DePoe will be taking on the GM/GSM role for 92.1 myFM. Brian's experience in Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal (amongst others) plus his enthusiasm to play a BIG role in smaller community make him the perfect fit for this exciting new radio adventure! Hiring will begin shortly. Keep your ears open for a launch later this summer.

Photo: Facebook

Helene Campbell and Craig Dunbar Drop By 101.9 DAWG FM
Ottawa ON from Dylan Black

Organ donation champions Helene Campbell and Craig Dunbar recently co-hosted two hours of THE DAWG'S BREAKFAST with Dylan Black.

Helene made national headlines recently after recieving a double lung transplant. She then appeared on the Ellen show!

Pictured - Helene and Craig making a donation to the 2013 DAWG FM CHEO FUND

Majic 100 Morning Show Recieves Mayor's City Builder Award
Ottawa ON

Congratulations to the Majic Morning Show with Stuntman Stu, Angie Poirier and Trisha Owens.

This morning the group was given a Mayor's City Builder Award at the regular meeting of Ottawa City Council. The Majic Morning Show was recognized for their creation of and continued commitment to "No More Bullies", a special in-school education program the team developed to help stop bullying in Ottawa area schools.

Since launching "No More Bullies" in September 2011, the Majic Morning Show has shared the message that bullying cannot be tolerated with more than 10,000 local school children.

The Bear, Boom, Star 96 CHEO Kids Radiothon
Ottawa ON from JD Desrosiers

May 16th wasn’t a regular day in Ottawa Radio. It was a day about community, a day for the KIDS, a day to remember! 106.9 The Bear, Boom 99.7 and Star 96 joined forces for their annual CHEO Kids Radiothon for the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario. It’s a day we all look forward to but it’s a day of emotions, tears, laugher and celebration and this year was no different. The twelve hour broadcast from CHEO raised a 5 year high of $190,915.

Kevin Keohane (President & CEO Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario Foundation) had this to say about the Radiothon “The $190K is incredible but it does not tell the full story of what you did for CHEO. We know that many people heard the broadcast and we suspect that most of them were inspired by the stories they heard. Some of those listeners are not in a position to make a gift to CHEO right now but they may have been inspired to make a gift to us at some point in the future. There is also great value in the broadcast for our staff and our hospital staff because your work enabled us to hear from our patients in a way that we normally do not. It gives everyone at CHEO a great sense of pride to know that our patients and families appreciate our efforts and their stories also inspire us.”

Days like this show the true power of radio and its connection with its community and listeners!

KICX For Kids Radiothon
Sudbury ON from Scott Ziliotto

“The KICX for Kids Radiothon was held at the New Sudbury Centre May 15 and 16th. During the 30 hours of Radiothon, KICX listeners, mall patrons and businesses raised $25,000 for the Family and Child Program at Health Sciences North. Putting our K4K total well passed $200,00 in less than two years!

KICX for Kids is a five-year campaign that was launched by KICX 91.7 and Health Sciences North in 2011. The goal of KICX for Kids is to raise $250,000 for pediatric services in a five year campaign.

In less than two years, over $200, 000 has already been raised.

KICX 917 would like to extend our thanks to our generous listeners and clients for their support, the volunteers that hit the phones on the 15th and 16th, as well as all those who contributed to the Radiothon by sharing their personal stories on air with us”

MBC To Acquire CJMB-FM Peterborough
Peterborough ON from Jon Pole

MY BROADCASTING CORPORATION announced today that the company has entered into a purchase agreement to acquire CJMB-FM (Peterborough, Ontario). MBC is currently operating the station under a “temporary management agreement” approved by the CRTC. MBC currently operates in 13 markets. The acquisition of Peterborough and the launch of the new 92.1 myFM in Alliston, Ontario this summer will bring the group to 15 markets and further strengthen MBC’s provincial reach.

“This is an exciting opportunity,” said Jon Pole, President of MBC. “The addition of CJMB-FM will offer our group the chance to create an exciting new brand for the listeners and advertisers in Peterborough”

The sale is expected to be finalized upon CRTC approval and other customary closing conditions.

JJ Johnston Launches JJIMS Inc. Consulting
Kingston ON

Today long time and extremely successful Canadian Radio Veteran Jim JJ Johnston announced the formation of JJIMS Inc Consulting. JJ will be the CEO and President of JJ International Media/Management Solutions based out of Canada. The corporation will focus on:

- General radio consulting. Includes strategy, market breakdown, music analysis, promotional ideas, trouble shooting, talent recruitment and development etc

- Mentoring and coaching. JJ soon to have International Coaching Certification which will allow him to work in any field in any corner of the world.

- Interim management strategies. JJ will buy you time as an Interim Manager while you do a proper search to ensure filling those important company positions with the best possible candidates

Please click here for a personal message by JJ.

“I have always had an entrepreneurial bent” said JJ. “I told Corus Entertainment of my intentions a number of months back and I am very happy to say that they will be the first partner of my new company. I am thrilled and appreciative of the support Corus has given me over the years which will continue with their support of my new corporation”. JJ will also be working in a Coaching and Mentoring Teaching role with the St Lawrence College Leadership team out of Kingston Ontario.

JJIMS Inc. will start operations as of July 1st. JJ will remain in his current role of Regional General Manager of Corus Radio Ontario East until the end of June.

For more Information, please contact JJ Johnston at 613-453-1691 or email at jj.imsconsulting@gmail.com

BEAC Conference In Banff
Banff AB from Richard Stroobant

The annual BEAC conference will take place in Banff May 23-26th. Each year Broadcast Educators from across Canada gather to collaborate, learn and evolve with a focus on improving media education in Canada. This year's sessions include Social Media guru (and University of Wisconsin interim director) Tanya Joosten, author of "Social Media in Education". Dr. Steve Olson will be presenting a session on engaging marginalized students and Marty Forbes will be presenting on Future Trends in Broadcasting. It will be a great weekend of professional development for Broadcast Educators from colleges and universities from Vancouver to Nova Scotia.

Also included will the Annual BEAC Gala Dinner and Awards celebrating the best broadcasting students have to offer. Follow us on Twitter at #BEAC2013, or make arrangements to join us at the Delta Banff Royal Canadian Lodge. Conference hotel rates, discounts on WestJet flights and transportation from the Calgary International Airport are all available. Details are at www.beac.ca

Rogers Radio Raises Record-Breaking Funds For KidsAbility During Eighth-Annual Kids Can’t Wait Radiothon
Kitchener ON from Jessica Beard

On Friday, May 10, Rogers Radio stations CHYM 96.7, 570News, and KIX 106.7 FM, in partnership with Rogers TV Waterloo Region raised a record-breaking $281,497 during the Eighth-Annual Kids Can’t Wait Radiothon in support of KidsAbility Centre for Child Development. The annual fundraiser aims to provide hope, life-changing therapy, and support services for children with special needs at KidsAbility.

Kids Can’t Wait Radiothon was launched by Rogers Radio stations in Kitchener. In eight years, Kids Can’t Wait Radiothon has raised an incredible $1,679,701 to support and empower children with special needs in the Waterloo Region and Wellington County.

Donations to KidsAbility can be made by visiting www.kidsability.ca or by calling the foundation office Monday through Friday at 519.886.8886.

Jim Pattison Broadcast Group Announces Acquisition Of 3 FM Radio Stations from Bell Media & Astral
Kamloops BC from Vanessa Ong

Bell Media, Astral Media Inc. (Astral) and the Jim Pattison Broadcast Group Limited Partnership (Pattison) today jointly announced Pattison’s acquisition of three key FM radio stations located in Calgary and Winnipeg. Subject to regulatory approvals, Pattison will purchase the following two Bell Media stations and one Astral station:

Bell Media:
- KooL FM 101.5 (CKCE-FM) - hot adult contemporary format in Calgary
- FAB 94.3 (CHIQ-FM) - classic pop format in Winnipeg

Astral:
- QX 104 (CFQX-FM) - country format in Winnipeg

Rick Arnish, Chairman of Jim Pattison Broadcast Group stated, “This is a very important acquisition for our Broadcast Group and, with the approval of this transaction from the CRTC, we will expand our presence in the major markets of Calgary and Winnipeg, which we have been focusing on for some time.”

Mr. Arnish went on to say, “With the pending launch of our newest station CHPK-FM (95.3 The Peak) in Calgary, combining forces with KooL FM (Today & Back in the Day) and its great team will allow our Group to have a very strong competitive FM radio combo in Alberta’s fastestgrowing city. We’re also very excited about the opportunity to expand in western Canada and specifically into the Winnipeg radio market with two separate stations, QX 104 (Today’s Country) and FAB 94.3 (Super Hits of the 60s & 70s). We are really looking forward to working with and learning from the superb teams at these separate Winnipeg operations as we expand into a new marketplace for our Group.”

Rod Schween, President of Pattison Broadcasting said “We’re just delighted that we are being given this opportunity to expand our radio reach in western Canada, and the addition of these three exciting stations will definitely strengthen our Group and our resources in B.C., Alberta, and now in Manitoba. We look forward to building on the legacies created by both Bell Media and Astral. Our history has been built on acquisitions and new licences, as we are great believers in the future of radio, and this purchase is part of our strategic plan to grow and expand in the west.”

Pattison’s acquisition of these radio stations is a result of the proposed transaction to unite Astral and Bell Media. Astral and Bell are divesting certain radio stations to comply with the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission’s (CRTC) Common Ownership Policy, which limits the number of stations a company can own in a single market.

The Pattison transaction is subject to approval from the CRTC, for which an application will be submitted shortly, and contingent on CRTC approval of the Astral-Bell Media transaction.

“While a necessary outcome of our plan to join with Astral, the decision to sell these stations wasn’t easy,” said Chris Gordon, President, Radio and Local TV, Bell Media. “Each is a strong performer in its respective market, and they will undoubtedly strengthen Pattison’s growing portfolio of media assets.”

“Parting with a valued station is difficult, but we trust that the QX 104 team and the Pattison Group will both benefit from this acquisition and help make the Canadian radio industry more vibrant than ever,” said Ian Lurie, Chief Operating Officer, Astral Radio.

HOT 107’s DJ Tyco Joins Internationally Syndicated Radi Show ‘Remix Top 30 With Hollywood Hamilton’
Edmonton AB from Lisa Dickau

HOT 107 is excited to announce that their very own resident DJ Tyco is now also a monthly resident DJ on the internationally syndicated Remix Top 30 Countdown with Hollywood Hamilton!

The Remix Top 30 Countdown can be heard on stations around the world, including Edmonton’s HOT 107 Saturdays from noon-3pm and Sundays from 9am-noon.

Hollywood Hamilton counts down that week’s 30 hottest songs, as mixed together by a live DJ. DJ Tyco’s first show will be this weekend (May 18th and 19th), and will also feature a celebrity guest appearance by Calvin Harris.

Bayshore Broadcasting's Caring Nurse Awards
Wasaga Beach ON from Rod West

Congrats to this year's winners of Bayshore Broadcasting's Caring Nurse Awards, in conjunction with National Nurses Week (From L to R: Cty of Simcoe Deputy Warden Harry Hughes, Award Winner & RPN at St. Elizabeth Health Care in Wasaga Beach 'Carrie Pyatt', 97.7 the Beach's Ops Mgr/PD, Rod West,(who made the presentation) Cty of Simcoe Communications Co-ordinator Jennifer Ruff. Thanks for all of the entries, congrats to all of the winners, and Happy Nurses Week to all nurses from everyone at 97.7 the Beach!

Cures For Kids Radiothon Raises Over $87,000 For Central Alberta Children’s Charities
Red Deer AB from Karmen Early

The Jim Pattison Broadcast Group and L.A. Radio Group joined forces with Central Alberta Optimist Clubs to raise $87,370 with the 10th annual Cures for Kids Radiothon in Red Deer, AB.

Sunny 94, 106.7 The Drive, Kraze 101.3 and BIG 105 broadcasted live from the Cures For Kids Radiothon at Parkland Mall on May 9 & 10 encouraging Central Albertans to make a donation and help the children’s charities: Camp Quality, Optimist Reading College, and Red Deer Regional Health Foundation NICU! We had businesses challenging each other with donations, live auction items and representatives from each of the charities on-site to be interviewed on-air and supply information to the public. The support of the community and the radio staff was outstanding with people volunteering their time and money to help make the event a success.

This year the total of funds raised over the entire 10 years of the radiothon surpassed $1,000,000, all for children’s charities in Central Alberta.

104-9 VIRGIN Radio Listeners Rally In Support For Fire Victims In Stony Plain And Edmonton
Edmonton AB from Mindy Cooper

After more than sixty people were left homeless Thursday night from a blazing fire that destroyed the homes & belongings of Stony Plain residents, 104-9 Virgin Radio listeners were desperate to help.

“Twitter quickly became a medium to unite support & help those affected by this unfortunate accident,” said Pepper, from 104-9 Virgin Radio’s Pepper & Dylan Morning Show “It was clear we needed to do something.”

Virgin Radio staff mobilized quickly to come up with a plan. Setting up donation drop off points throughout the city to make donating easy for Edmontonians was the solution, but after a tweet from the Town of Stony Plain requesting no more items be dropped off, the plan changed to a cash donation drop off to go towards the trust fund that has been established to help the victims.

“I’m constantly amazed and so proud of the overwhelming generosity of the people of Edmonton,” said Dylan Wowchuk. “That’s why I love this city; people will give you the shirt off their back!”

Less than 48 hours later another fire struck in the West End, destroying three large multi-family homes and leaving more families homeless. The Pepper & Dylan Morning Show will hit the airwaves & streets of Edmonton tomorrow morning to help the Sonora & Lewis Estates fire victims.

WHO: The Pepper & Dylan Morning Show

WHAT: Trust fund cash drop off

WHERE: Wal-Mart parking lots – Stony Plain Road 184st, South Common, 5004 – 98 Ave & 16940 -127 Street

WHEN: May 13th, 2013 from 6 A.M. – 10 A.M.

Virgin Radio Men Celebrate Mother's Day With Simulated Childbirth
Vancouver BC from Crosby McWilliam

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, Virgin Radio’s Nat & Drew devised a plan to show Vancouver moms that we’re willing to take one for the team as the ultimate show of support!

On Friday morning, registered physiotherapist Kerry Maxwell from Burrard Physio connected electrodes to the bellies of the two male members of the breakfast show – Drew Savage and Producer Scooter – to stimulate their abdominal muscles in an attempt to replicate the contractions of childbirth.

Midwives Tracy Kemp and Laura Willihnganz from the Midwifery Group were on hand to ease the non-moms through the process, with hot water bottles and cool towels at the ready, but little helped when the contractions began in earnest.

Asked if the sensation was painful or just weird, the first to experience the event - Producer Scooter said: “BOTH”. Going second, Drew Savage reported that “the anticipation of what was about to happen without prior knowledge of what to expect was very surreal and scary.” After his contractions, he had much less to say and fell shaking into the arms of his supportive midwife.

The gathered crowd alternately cheered and winced as the guys twitched, convulsed and yelled out in pain. You can relive the moment on the Nat & Drew facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/natanddrew?fref=ts

Watch the video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZ1_U4fkc54&feature=youtu.be

92 CITI FM’s Toys For Boys 2 Hosts Grand Finale Party With Nearly $30,000 in Prizes on Thursday, May 9
Winnipeg MB from Jessica Beard

Rogers Radio station 92 CITI FM ends its eight-week Toys for Boys 2 contest promotion with a grand finale party on Thursday, May 9 at 7:30 p.m. at the Oak in the Canad Inns Destination Centre –Transcona. Contest qualifiers including 250 listeners will have a chance to win a grand prize package worth nearly $30,000.

The Toys for Boys 2 grand finale party will be hosted by the on-air morning show team from 92 CITI FM’s Wheeler In the Morning with Philly & Rena, along with the rest of the 92 CITI FM on-air team, including The Backseat Drive with Shadoe & Nesta, and Howard Mandshein.

Throughout the night contest qualifiers will have a chance to win tickets to UFC161 and Paul McCartney, and experience a performance by local act Whole Lotta Angus. By night’s end, one lucky winner will walk away with the ultimate Toys for Boys 2 grand prize package worth nearly $30,000 in prizes from sponsors.

The grand prize package is filled with favourite boy toys including a brand new Adventure Power Products 2013 Mirrocraft Fishing Boat package motored by BRP Evinrude E-TEC, the choice of a Portable G2 hot tub or a Bowflex S.E. and Progression IFold Treadmill from Krevco Lifestyles, a Winnipeg Jets branded recliner from La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries, a year supply of Beef Jerky from McSweeney’s Meat Snacks, and so much more!

The Toys for Boys 2 contest received over 28,000 entries from across Manitoba and is the biggest contest in the station’s history.

Humble And Fred On Sirius
Toronto ON from Fred Patterson/CNW

SiriusXM Canada (TSX: XSR), the country's leading audio entertainment company, is bringing two of Canada's favourite radio-rogues to subscribers. "Humble" Howard Glassman and Fred Patterson will bring their brand of straight-shooting, hilarious talk radio to SiriusXM Canada's comedy channel, Canada Laughs, formerly Laugh Attack (channel 168), starting May 9.

Humble and Fred have been part of the Canadian radio community for over thirty years, and were voted Best Morning Show in Canada four times by the Canadian Music Industry, solidifying their name as two of the loudest and funniest voices in Canadian radio. The duo and their unapologetic style will soon be landing at SiriusXM for their next adventure: satellite radio, where they will broadcast an exclusive, unedited first-run show live from Humble and Fred's "5-hour ENERGY Studio" every weekday

"Fred and I love being on the radio together, we couldn't think of a better gig out there," said "Humble" Howard Glassman. "We were very successful on terrestrial radio and Internet radio, and the chance to reach a satellite audience is going to be a whole new party for us, and we can't wait."

"We're thrilled to have the compelling duo as part of our refreshed Canada Laughs channel," said Joe Thistel, Director, Sports and Talk Programming at Sirius XM Canada. "It's the perfect home for their uncensored brand of comedy and just adds to our loaded roster of Canadian talent."

The Humble and Fred Show enhances SiriusXM Canada's new slate of Canadian talent on Canada Laughs, including the popular and recently announced Hotzcast Radio, hosted by comedy icon Kenny Hotz of Kenny vs. Spenny fame. The Humble and Fred show will broadcast weekdays starting May 9 at 7:00 - 9:00 am ET, with replays at 10:00 am -12:00 pm ET.

Rogers Media Appoints Michka Mancini As Vice President, Digital Sales
Toronto ON from Dawn Gordon

Following last week’s announcement of Rogers Media’s streamlined and client-focused sales model, today Jack Tomik, Chief Sales Officer, Rogers Media Inc., announced the appointment of Michka Mancini as Vice President, Digital Sales.

In this role, Mancini will be the single point of contact and agency lead for one of Rogers Media’s five agency groups. Based in Toronto, and with a particular focus on digital media sales, she will help drive revenue targets for the agency group by providing clients with solutions that leverage Rogers Media’s unparalleled portfolio of media brands. Mancini will also be responsible for developing and proposing platform-agnostic solutions and attracting and developing top sales talent within the agency group – leveraging the company’s unique expertise and audience insights on multiple platforms.

“Rogers Media already has a reputation for operating the most iconic media brands in the country – informing, entertaining and inspiring Canadian audiences with our world-class multiplatform content,” said Tomik. “Michka is one of the leading digital sales innovators in Canada. I have no doubt our clients will be delighted with the powerful advertising solutions she will be able to provide leveraging the most enviable asset mix and sales talent pool in the country.”

Prior to joining Rogers Media, Mancini was most recently with the Canadian Broadcast Corporation where she was instrumental in forming strategy and driving revenue. A seasoned sales professional with 13 years of experience, Mancini has a proven track record as a results-driven leader with a multidisciplinary background in sales, marketing and advertising operations across digital, broadcasting and integrated business units.

“Last week Rogers Media announced the most bold and exciting sales innovation to come to the Canadian advertising industry in recent memory,” said Mancini. "I am very excited to be a part of that momentum, and look forward to working with our agency partners in creating digital-first and cross-platform marketing solutions that deliver synergy and scale across the Rogers Media portfolio.”

99.9 Virgin Radio Feels the Blue and White Moment
Toronto ON from John Downey

To celebrate the first Toronto home-game of the NHL Stanley Cup playoffs, Astral’s 99.9 Virgin Radio has produced a commemorative remix of international superstar Pitbull’s smash hit ‘Feel This Moment’, featuring a Toronto Maple Leaf’s themed verse.

The remix, produced by Virgin Radio’s award winning imaging team, also includes the ‘Go Leafs Go’ chant throughout.

It made its debut this morning at 8:50am during The Breakfast Show with Mad Dog and Maura following an on-air contest where a lucky Virgin Radio listener won tickets to tonight’s game at the ACC where the Toronto Maple Leafs take on the Boston Bruins.

The entire remix can be heard all day Monday on 99.9 Virgin Radio and is also available on-demand at 999virginradio.com

2013 Algonquin College Radio Awards Night
Ottawa ON from Phil Gaudreau

Recently, the Algonquin College Radio Broadcasting program held its annual awards night where the radio industry in the Eastern Ottawa Valley recognizes the graduates who demonstrated the highest skill level in a variety of categories. Below are this year’s winners!

(CKDJ) Best on Air Performance…103.7 BOB FM (Brockville) Bell Media Brockville

ZACH PERIARD

(AIR) Best on Air Performance…FLY FM (Kingston) Bell Media Kingston

CLARISSA BARON

Best Sportscast …THE TEAM 1200 Bell Media Ottawa

DARCY LYNCH

Best Newscast…580 CFRA Bell Media Ottawa

JEFF JEWETT

Best Local News Story…MyFM MyFm Broadcasting Pembroke

STEPHEN ELLSWORTH

Best Current Affairs Story…CBC Radio CBC Ottawa

RYAN BEACOM

Best Production…CHEZ106 Rogers Radio Ottawa

RYLAN VROOM

Best Spot (Creative)…Y101 Rogers Radio Ottawa

LIZ PEARSON

Top Graduate…KISS FM Rogers Radio Ottawa

GILLIAN PROUDFOOT

Best Station Imaging…Hot 89.9 Newcap Ottawa

JAKE STEINBACHER

Top Overall 1st Year Student…The Bear Astral Media Ottawa

MARJORIE CAMARENA-GORN

CKDJ Sports Director Colin Teskey was also honoured by the Kemptville Panthers hockey team for the support CKDJ had provided to the team. For the first time ever this school year, the station offered a live stream and play-by-play of hockey games played by seven and eight-year olds so their coach, Steve MacDougall, could tune in from his hospital bed as he recovered from a heart attack. During the first game they broadcast, over $3,000 was raised for the University of Ottawa Heart Institute.

Watch the podcast here. You can also see a recap of the night on social media using Storify. Congratulations to all winners!

Canadian Reality Television Host Arisa Cox Joins 91.7 The BOUNCE
Edmonton AB from Charmaine Khan

Rogers Radio station 91.7 The BOUNCE announced today that national television host and former reality star Arisa Cox will co-host the station’s new morning show. Hosting alongside current 91.7 The BOUNCE afternoon drive personality Ara Andonian, the new morning show is poised to hit the airwaves July 2013.

91.7 The BOUNCE is Edmonton’s #1 hit music station.

“With her incredibly vibrant character, love of pop music and pop culture, and wide range of experiences under her belt, Arisa brings a fresh, new savvy sound to The BOUNCE,” said Russell James, Program Director, 91.7 The BOUNCE. “With the combination of Arisa’s big personality with Ara’s quirky sense of humour, the two will breathe new life into Edmonton morning radio.”

Edmonton audiences will be familiar with Cox as the host of Canadian reality television series Big Brother Canada, former co-host of E! News Weekend, national arts reporter for CBC News Network, and living on-camera for a year on Canada’s first big reality series, The Lofters. Whether it was stalking polar bears in the subarctic wilds, or interviewing A-list celebrities on the red carpet at the Toronto International Film Festival, the GRAMMY Awards®, and Cannes, Cox has travelled across Canada and the globe bringing audiences exciting entertainment and lifestyle stories. A Toronto native, Cox currently lives in Edmonton with her husband and two children.

“I’m thrilled to join The BOUNCE family, and can’t wait to launch the new morning show with Ara,” said Cox. “Since making the move to Edmonton, my family and I have met some amazing people and we’re proud to call it home.”

Arisa’s co-host Ara Andonian joined the station earlier this year. Prior to joining The BOUNCE, Andonian was heard on British Columbia airwaves, working on-air on The River in Kamloops and SUN FM in Kelowna. From doing fake radio shows in his bedroom to performing all sorts of ridiculous routines for whoever was in earshot, Andonian has a passion for entertainment.

Social Media Links

Follow Arisa Cox @arisacox

Follow Ara @thearashow

Visit 91.7 The BOUNCE at thebounce.ca
Follow 91.7 The BOUNCE at @917thebounce
Like 91.7 The BOUNCE at Facebook.com/91.7TheBounce

10th Annual Have A Heart Radiothon In South Okanagan
Penticton BC from Jon Ferebee

The 10th annual Have a Heart Radiothon in the South Okanagan – Similkameen was another huge success on May 2nd. SUN FM and EZ Rock Penticton, Summerland and Osoyoos broadcast from the Cherry Lane Shopping Centre from 6am to 6pm raising money to purchase equipment for the pediatric and maternity wards of Penticton Regional Hospital. By the end of the day we had raised $105,000.59 for the South Okanagan Similkameeen Medical Foundation. Our heartfelt thanks to the individuals, businesses and community groups and organizations who support us every year.

Rogers Media Launches First Large-Scale Integrated Multiplatform Sales Service Model in North America
Toronto ON from Suneel Khanna

In a move that reinforces Rogers Media’s commitment to delivering best-in-class service to its advertising partners, the company today unveiled an innovative sales model – the first of its kind at a large-scale multiplatform media organization in North America – that will bring a new standard of service to the industry. Effective immediately, Rogers Media offers its clients an integrated and holistic sales approach that delivers audience solutions for the company’s suite of leading brands – all through one dedicated point of contact.

“Some media companies claim to be the biggest, while others the sexiest. Today, Rogers Media is putting its stake in the ground as the most nimble large-scale media company in the country,” said Jack Tomik, Chief Sales Officer. “We hold some the most powerful media brands in the country in our portfolio – brands that come to life across TV, radio, print and digital. Combine that asset mix with our new one-contact approach and the result is a powerful competitive advantage that delivers high-value solutions to our clients.”

Rogers Media has appointed four agency team leads, who will work with a dedicated team of sales experts in each of the lines of business. A fifth agency team lead will be announced in the coming weeks. Each of these five leaders will own the relationship with five different groups of clients – providing a single senior-level solutions provider.

The four appointed agency leads are:

· Mitch Dent, Executive Vice President, Rogers TV Sales

· Brandon Kirk, Vice President, Sales, Publishing

· Linda McErlain, General Sales Manager, Radio

· Gavin Roth, Vice President, Multiplatform Sales

In addition, Jennifer Holgate is appointed to the newly-created role of Vice President, Digital Sales Product Innovation, where she is responsible for innovation on emerging platforms. Derek Berghuis will continue as Executive Vice President, Radio Sales.

“All of these executives are well-respected and seasoned sales professionals with decades of accumulated expertise in vertical and integrated sales in the Canadian media industry,” said Tomik.

Advertisers have more options than ever before in terms of where to spend their dollars, yet less time to sift through and evaluate them. Rogers will provide value to its clients by marrying its understanding of the media agency ask, with advertising solutions that leverage Rogers’s deep portfolio of multiplatform brands, data, and technology.

This agency and client-centric model is a direct result of research and feedback from advertising and marketing professionals, who continue to face unprecedented change as audiences rapidly evolve their content consumption habits and as cost pressures increase.

10th Annual Have A Heart Radiothon In South Okanagan
Penticton BC from Jon Ferebee

The 10th annual Have a Heart Radiothon in the South Okanagan – Similkameen was another huge success on May 2nd. SUN FM and EZ Rock Penticton, Summerland and Osoyoos broadcast from the Cherry Lane