Fewer than half a dozen radio stations in Canada can claim a full century of continuous operation, placing CFJR among the longest-serving stations in the country
Today, 104.9 myFM is celebrating 100 years of service to Brockville and Eastern Ontario. Radio first hit the local airwaves on April 1, 1926, when station CFLC signed on in Prescott, broadcasting at 1010 on the AM dial.
Over the decades, the station evolved, becoming CFBR in 1943 and then CFJM in 1946. In 1947, Jack Radford purchased the station, renaming it CFJR and moving it to 1450 AM. In 1985, CFJR boosted its signal and shifted to 830 AM, before making the move to the FM dial in 2003, where it continues today as 104.9 myFM.
Current morning host and longtime radio icon Bruce Wylie said he is proud of how far the station has come.
Fewer than half a dozen radio stations in Canada can claim a full century of continuous operation, placing CFJR among the longest-serving stations in the country.
General manager Dan Mellon echoed that milestone.
He added a few final remarks.
From covering major events and emergencies to supporting local initiatives and raising millions for charity, the station has remained a constant voice in the community.
CFJR also recently marked its first anniversary as 104.9 myFM under the ownership of My Broadcasting Corporation.
Story by: Evan Gibb
