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| Frequency | 101.5 MHz ( FM) |
|---|---|
| Branding | 101.5 Beach Radio |
| Programming | |
| Format | Classic hits |
| Ownership | |
| Owner | Jim Pattison Group |
| CFMM-FM, CKBI | |
| History | |
First air date | 2001 |
| Technical information | |
| Class | C1 |
| ERP | 100 kW |
| HAAT | 178.6 meters (586 ft) |
| Links | |
| Webcast | Listen Live |
| Website | beachradiopa.ca |
CHQX-FM is a Canadian radio station that broadcasts a classic hits format at 101.5 FM in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. The station is branded on-air as 101.5 Beach Radio and is owned by Jim Pattison Group who also owns sister stations CFMM-FM and CKBI. CHQX's studios are located at 1316 Central Avenue.
The station received approval by the CRTC in 2000 [1] and began broadcasting in June 2001.
On October 28, 2016, CHQX-FM rebranded to XFM 101.5 but kept the same format. In September 2020, the station changed its format to classic hits and rebranded to 101.5 Beach Radio.
Rebroadcasters
| City of license | Identifier | Frequency | Power | Class | RECNet | CRTC Decision |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big River | CHQX-FM-3 | 97.5 FM | 1,200 watts | A | Query | 2008-315 |
| La Ronge | CHQX-FM-2 | 98.3 FM | 53 watts | A1 | Query | 2005-122 |
| Waskesiu Lake | CHQX-FM-1 | 90.5 FM | 2,500 watts | A | Query | 2002-459 |
Current on air lineup
The Morning After Show with Lew Harrison
Lew is one of the longest serving radio hosts in Prince Albert and area. Lew brings his own quirky sense of humour and keen sense of observation to the radio.
Mid Days with Charlee Morgan
Charlee Morgan broadcasts 10am - 2pm. Join Charlee for 'That 80's Show' weekdays from 12-1pm.
Afternoons with Garth Kalin
Garth Kalin broadcasts from 2 – 6pm.
References
External links
- 101.5 Beach Radio
- CHQX-FM at The History of Canadian Broadcasting by the Canadian Communications Foundation
- CHQX-FM in the REC Canadian station database
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