CKUW (Winnipeg, MB)

Live on the Lawn! Posted by Rob on September 8th, 2026 CKUW is broadcasting on the lawn for the UWSA Block Party this week daily from 10am -3pm. Come on down to sign up to volunteer or just to learn about your campus radio station. Tuned to FM and fired up, we’re providing the soundtrack for the UWSA Block Party We’re preempting some of our regular programs to play music, your favourite daytime shows will return next week!

It’s Your Chance to be a DIY-DJ! Posted by Rob on September 1st, 2026 Have you ever dreamed of being an on-air personality? Have music or thoughts you want to share with our listeners? Do you want to represent your community on the air? Do It Yourself (DIY) DJ is for you! We’ve turned dozens of ordinary people into temporary radio stars, and this October 2nd it could be your chance, anyone can be a DIY-DJ! We’ve set aside several 30 minute radio slots on Friday Oct 2nd for anyone to take.

Thank You Radio Camp Supporters Posted by Rob on August 10th, 2026 Our annual Radio Camp is on the air! you can tune into the finale episodes on Friday Aug 14 & 21 starting at 1pm. Shows will be available for download at ckuw.ca/radiocamp the following Mondays. Support for Radio Camp comes from Spence Neighbourhood Association, the estate of William Johnston, Diversity Foods, University of Winnipeg, Printed Shirts and CKUW donors.

Station News Radio Camp Registration is Open Posted by Rob on June 9th, 2026 It’s time for another session of CKUW’s famous Radio Camp! Camp dates: August 10 – 14 August 17 – 21 Camp Registration Eligibility has been expanded, to include youth ages 10-17. Add your camper to the list and we’ll be in touch. If you have questions about Radio Camp, call or email CKUW staff – 204-786-9782 / [email protected]

Station News Ellice Street Festival Preivew Posted by CKUW PD on June 2nd, 2026 Tune in Wednesday June 3rd 8am to 9am and Thursday June 4th 4pm-5pm to hear a preview of the 2026 Ellice Street festival. The preview will have Interviews with performers and a run down of everything you can check out at this great community event.

Pride Radio Returns - Sunday June 28 Posted by Rob on May 25th, 2026 Celebrate Pride with CKUW on June 28 starting at 1pm. This is a DIY-DJ event so anyone can register, no experience necessary! This is a chance for any student or community member in the 2SLGBTQ+ community and allies to make live radio. Play some music, read some poetry, talk about current events, interview someone. No experience necessary, CKUW will handle all the technical stuff. Sign up at ckuw.ca/Pride

Station News Shades of Classics is 26! Posted by Rob on April 29th, 2026 Shades of Classics will celebrate its 26th anniversary on Sunday, May 10, 8am-10am with a special show that will include a tribute to Irish singer Moya Brennan, who recently passed away. Shades of Classics Archives & Podcasts

Spring Schedule Changes Posted by Scott on April 27th, 2026 We’ve done some spring cleaning the freshened up our schedule. Here are a few of the notable changes. Earshot Daily Will air Mondays to Thursdays at 7am. Wings and This Way Out will now be heard on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 730am Yes By! and NewFound Records return to the schedule alternating on Thursdays 1-2pm You can now enjoy Shrimpfarm.crypto on Thursdays 4 to 5pm Check out more of the schedule changes here

Spoken Word, Cultural Exchange, Storytelling, World Kurdish show is cultural program explores the rich heritage, traditions, and artistic expressions of the Kurdish people. It features segments on traditional music, dance, and folklore. Kurdish show highlights events and occasions for Kurds living in Canada. The Kurdish Show broadcasts every Sunday from 2:00pm – 3:00pm. Make A Pledge Most Recent Archive Your browser does not support the audio element.

Routes & Branches & Beyond Roots, Bluegrass, Country and Western, Nostalgia This is a weekly excursion, starting from Celtic music and moving beyond – geographically, stylistically and culturally. Travel the world, without changing planes in Toronto. Routes & Branches & Beyond broadcasts every Tuesday from 6:00am – 7:00am. Make A Pledge