CKJR (AM)

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CKJR is a radio station in Wetaskiwin, Alberta broadcasting its signal on 1440 kHz AM with 10,000 watts of power, known as W1440 and owned by Newcap Broadcasting and Standard Broadcasting.

[edit] History

  • The station started in 1971 as CJOI on 1440 kHz, with 1,000 watts power.
  • In 1974, CJOI started using 10,000 watts power
  • CJOI became CKJR sometime between 1990 and 1998
  • In 2002, Standard Broadcasting purchased stations and sold parts to Newcap Broadcasting and Rogers Communications.
  • CJOI is now a FM radio station in Rimouski, Québec.
  • In late September, 2006, CKJR changed formats from Hot Country to Oldies, and a name change from Cat Country 1440 KJR to W1440, meaning Wetaskiwin 1440.

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