During the Spring 2011, Conrad Beaubien, Gary Mooney and Rick Conroy visited Amherst Island to learn about their experiences in setting up their community radio station. Here’s what they learned: Amherst Island is a small […]
Participants in the June meeting made the following general comments. The County already has its own unique identity. Radio is another way to help it gain its voice. The station should be focused exclusively on […]
Reliance on an all-volunteer approach Can draw on a population of 25,000; Quite a few residents have relevant experience; Many residents have time and expertise to share. May be difficult to find the right people […]
Programming ideas generated in brainstorming at the June meeting; Interest in programs dealing with local issues; Interest in live performances; The recorded music format should reflect local demographics; Regular features for various population segments Need […]
Some characteristics of a County station Not-for-profit organization; Community broadcast licence (not commercial); Primary reception footprint to cover all of the County. All or mostly unpaid volunteers; Modest budget; Simulcast over the Internet. Supported by […]
Purpose of a community radio station: benefit the County To reflect the County’s diversity; To promote its many / unique attractions; To showcase local creative talent; To inform residents and visitors on a timely basis; […]
We discussed four scenarios for startup: Internet radio station only. Six months to startup. Internet radio station, to be followed by a CRTC Type B licence station. Six months to startup; 24 months to full […]
