You’ve gotta hear the birds in Algonquin Provincial Park. It’s like every bird species decided to jam out together. You’re there in your tent at the crack of dawn, and it’s a million times better than waking up to an alarm. Crunching on your granola, trying to guess the birds by their songs – it’s like a fun morning quiz with nature.

Yukon’s Trees

The Boreal Forest in Yukon is like stepping into a living, breathing storybook. When the wind gets going, it’s not just leaves rustling. You can almost smell the earthy, piney scent as the trees seem to whisper ancient tales. Makes you want to kick back and just listen, maybe even spin a yarn or two yourself.

Banff’s Water

In Banff, dipping your toes in those ice-cold rivers is a game-changer. It’s the kind of chill that zaps all the tired right out of you. You can’t help but park yourself on the bank, shoes off, feet in the water, totally forgetting about time. It’s way better than any meditation app – it’s real, it’s cold, and it’s amazing.

Wild Jasper

Jasper, oh Jasper, it’s wild in the best way possible. You’re hiking, and out of nowhere, you hear a rustle. A deer? Maybe a bear? It’s like playing a live version of ‘Guess That Sound.’ And those wolf howls at night? Spooky, sure, but mostly just super cool.

Manitoba’s Bugs

Hanging out in Manitoba’s wetlands during summer, you’re basically in bug city. Yeah, you spend a lot of time swatting mosquitoes, but the constant buzzing is kinda like nature’s own background tune. It’s busy, it’s buzzing, and it’s strangely energizing.

Loons in Ontario

Ever heard a loon call across a still Ontario lake? It’s eerie but in a magical way. The first time I heard it, I was mid-marshmallow-roast by the lake, and bam – this haunting call rings out. Total ‘I’m in Canada’ moment.

Nunavut’s Winter

Playlist Braving Nunavut in winter isn’t for the faint of heart. But those sounds – ice crackling, snow crunching under your boots – it’s the winter’s version of a cozy fireplace, just way colder. Bundle up big time because it’s as bone-chilling as it sounds.

PEI’s Small Talk

Wandering through PEI’s national park, it’s like the forest is alive with hushed gossip. The tiny rustles and whispers set your imagination on fire. You end up making up stories about who or what’s making those sounds. It’s the perfect spot to let your thoughts run wild.

BC’s Rainforests

In BC’s rainforests, the rain sets the rhythm. Sometimes it’s a soft pitter-patter, other times it’s a full-on drum solo. Trekking through, you feel like you’re in the heart of a cloud, with nature dropping its beats. Makes you really glad for your rain gear, trust me!

The Great Northern Silence

And then there’s the silence in Canada’s Far North. It’s the kind of quiet that makes everything else seem loud. You’re there, and it’s like the world’s hit the mute button. Gives you a chance to hear your own thoughts – it’s pretty deep.

Honestly, the Canadian wilderness is not all about those postcard-perfect views. The sounds linger in your mind way after you’ve left. Every place out there has its own kind of magic that’s totally worth soaking in.

And get this – ever think about how those natural sounds are pretty much like flipping through Canadian radio channels? It’s like each sound in the wild is its own unique station.

The birds in Algonquin? They’re your wake-up crew, kicking off your day with all sorts of tunes and gossip. It’s like a morning show but with feathered DJs. The trees whispering in Yukon’s Boreal Forest – that’s your go-to channel for some zen. Seriously, the way the wind rustles through the leaves and carries that fresh, earthy pine smell? It’s the kind of chill-out vibe that just clears your head.

And those rivers in Banff, with the water cold as ice cream, nipping at your toes – it’s like those mellow, instrumental channels that wash away all the stress. Like dipping your feet in the water and feeling all the tired just whoosh out of you.

The wild sounds in Jasper? Total adventure station material. Keeps you guessing with every rustle and snap – is it a deer, a bear, what’s around the corner? At night, the wolves join in, and it’s like a thriller show right in nature.

Over in Prince Edward Island National Park, the rustling leaves and grass are like a storytelling session. Every little sound seems to have its own tale. It’s like those shows where the story just unfolds, layer by layer.

And the silence up in Canada’s Far North? That’s your rare, unplugged segment. The kind where the world seems to take a deep breath, and you’re there, just soaking in the peace. It makes you appreciate those quiet moments big time.

Next time you’re out and about in Canada’s great outdoors, try this – think about which ‘radio station’ nature’s playing for you. It’s a pretty cool way to connect with the wild and see it in a whole new light, like every sound has its own story. Makes the whole adventure even more epic.

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Below are some of the wonderful sounds you’ll hear during your Big Sur tour from San Francisco.

The Ocean’s Music

When you go to Big Sur, start your day at the coast, especially near Post Ranch Inn. It’s my secret spot for peace.

Get there early when it’s just you and the waves. Trust me, it’s like the world is a different place at that hour. Just, you know, keep it clean – we gotta look after these spots. I always take my old thermos, filled with hot coffee, sit on the driftwood, and listen to the waves. It’s my kind of meditation.

Birdsong at Dawn

Birdwatching at Andrew Molera State Park is the real deal. The birds start their chorus at dawn, and it’s like nature’s own orchestra. I usually grab a blanket, find a cozy spot, and just soak in the sounds. Let’s keep it down though, to hear their full melody. One morning, I swear, it was so quiet I could hear the flapping of wings. Pure magic.

Among the Redwoods – Whispers of the Giants

If you’re into something even more serene, the Redwoods near Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park are perfect.

Late afternoon is the best – less crowded and the light is just unreal.

I often just find a log, sit down, and feel the stillness around me. It’s like nature’s way of saying, ‘slow down, buddy.’

Big Sur’s Musical Heritage

The Henry Miller Memorial Library is this cool little spot that sometimes hosts small concerts. It’s like stepping back into the ’60s folk era. When you go, blend in, enjoy, but let’s not disturb the vibe. One night, I caught this local folk band there. Under the starlit sky, their music just hit differently – felt like a part of Big Sur’s soul.

The River’s Song

And the Big Sur River, especially towards the Gorge, is my go-to for chilling out. Late mornings there are quiet, just the river and you.

Sometimes, I just sit by the river, no phone, no distractions, and it’s the best kind of timeout from the world.

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Garrapata State Park

And, if you’re up for a bit of a drive, head over to Garrapata State Park. This place is a bit off the beaten path, but totally worth it. The sound of the waves here is more intense, kind of like nature’s own rock concert. Last time I was there, I just sat on the rocks, lost track of time watching the surfers.

Remember though, the currents can be strong, so it’s more about watching the sea’s power than diving in. It’s a spot where you feel the might of the ocean.

Bixby Bridge

Don’t miss the chance to drive across Bixby Bridge too. Everyone talks about the view, but the sound – that’s something else.

The wind whistles through the bridge in this eerie, almost musical way. I like to park up and just listen, it’s like the bridge is singing with the wind.

You can park at the pullout on the ocean side at the north end of the bridge, which is quite popular. There’s also parking available on Old Coast Road, on the land side of the north end of the bridge, though it’s more limited. Another option is the small pullout at the south end of the bridge.

Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park

Now, if you love starry nights as much as I do, there’s no better place than Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park. After the sun sets, the sound of the ocean takes on this rhythmic, soothing quality – perfect for stargazing. Just bring a flashlight and watch your step, it’s all about being safe while enjoying the night sky.

Pfeiffer Beach

And hey, while you’re in Big Sur, try to catch a sunset at Pfeiffer Beach. The way the sun lights up the rocks and the water – it’s stunning.

The beach gets pretty quiet around this time, and the sound of the waves is like nature’s own closing ceremony for the day.

Just a heads up – the road to the beach can be a bit tricky, so take it slow.

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In early 2003, CJLO began broadcasting online 7 days a week, and in late 2008, the station began broadcasting radio in the Montreal area at 4:90 pm with a 1000 watt power output. The tower and transmitter are located in Lacine and the signal can be heard as far away as Ottawa and Burlington, Vermont, USA.

CJLO was voted Montreal’s #1 radio station in the Cult MTL Best of MTL Readers Poll 2022.

The station was originally created in 1998 by the merger of CRSG, a closed-circuit station on Concordia’s Sir George Williams Campus, and CFLI, the carrier of the current station on Loyola’s campus. It continued broadcasting on a closed circuit until 2003, when it launched Internet Radio.

In 2006, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission granted it a license to broadcast on the AM band at 1690 and began broadcasting a test signal in September 2008.

The station officially began its live program on October 15, 2008 with the song “Left of the Dial” by The Replacements.

On April 25, 2014, the CRTC published CJLO’s application for a low-power FM repeater at 107.9 MHz to alleviate reception problems in the downtown area. The main concern related to the use of 107.9 was potential interference from WVPS, Vermont’s flagship public radio station in Burlington. The application was rejected by the CRTC on January 26, 2015, as they believed there were no disadvantages to broadcasting the 1690 AM signal in its immediate broadcast area. WVPS, whose signal is not protected outside of the United States, was not a factor in this decision.

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The station’s original purpose was to provide real-world broadcasting education for students enrolled in the Creative Communications program at Red River College and to provide programming different from that offered by other radio stations in the city.

In November 2003, Rick Beverstock, a programmer from CITI-FM (Winnipeg) and CKKQ-FM (Victoria), was hired as the station manager of CKIC-FM.

Kick-FM was owned and operated by the non-profit corporation Cre-Comm Radio, Inc.

The station began broadcasting a test signal on December 15, 2003 and officially launched on April 27, 2004. Initially, the station operated in the Triple-A format. At the time, it was the first of its kind in Canada. Kick-FM used the slogan “A Rock ‘n’ Soul Adventure” during its first year of operation.

With the advent of the short-lived CKFE-FM, Kick-FM shifted to a unique Modern Rock format. The selections included songs popular in the UK and on college radio in the US. In addition, Kick-FM featured more Winnipeg musicians than any other station in the city (22% of the playlist). Most of the music on Kick-FM’s playlist was unique to the station with little overlap with other stations.

After a few years as “Winnipeg’s New Sound”, Kick-FM began to identify itself as “Winnipeg’s Indie Station – Independent Rock, Independent Talk”. The musical emphasis has moved away from the more well-known alternative artists (now played by CURVE 94.3, see CHIQ-FM) and now focuses on music by independent unsigned artists. For four years, the station also hosted a daily talk program by citizen journalist, blogger, civic activist and government critic Marty Gold. That program was abruptly taken off the air by the board that ran the station shortly after a new president took office at Red River College.

In May 2007, 92.9 KICK-FM was named Winnipeg’s third favorite radio station (behind #2 Hot 103 and #1 Power 97) in a Uptown Magazine reader poll; in May 2008, 92.9 KICK-FM was named Winnipeg’s second favorite radio station (behind #1 Hot 103) in a poll of readers of the same magazine.

On January 23, 2012, the CRTC ruled that radio stations on university campuses in Canada must allow public access similar to public radio stations. This move meant that CKIC decided to give up its license because of this decision. On July 4, 2012, at 4:00 p.m., the station did indeed cease to operate as an over-the-air broadcasting station and submitted its license to the CRTC. This revocation of the license has provoked a significant backlash, including from former members of the station’s community and citizen journalists.

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The station is run by a small group of paid staff and over 200 student and community volunteers. In addition to FM broadcasting, the station can be heard via an Ogg Vorbis stream from its website. Some shows are also available as podcast downloads.

The campus radio station has a long and storied history, having first gone on the air before the University of Calgary was officially established.

On October 17, 1955, the University of Alberta’s Calgary branch aired a 15-minute program called Varsity Vista on CFAC radio. The show, directed by student Bruce Northam, was intended to give the community an inside look at campus life. The show eventually grew into programs such as Meet the Professors and the Hit Tunes DJ Series, along with presentations of radio plays at drama clubs such as Sorry, Wrong Number.

With the opening of the new campus in 1960, the University of Alberta at Calgary Radio Club (UACR), led by Doug MacDonald, built a radio studio in the small basement of the Art and Administration Building. Using self-built and donated equipment, they produced shows such as Varsity 62 and A Dimes Worth for broadcast on other stations. Broadcasts on campus began with a closed-circuit PA system created under the guidance of engineering student Wayne Harvey. Classical and light music was played in student living rooms and common areas, and the station itself became a popular gathering place, hosting several concerts.

During the late 70s, the station had a diverse format: punk was played alongside jazz, blues and reggae. After years of conflict with the student union over program policy and budget, the SU secretly voted to close CJSW without informing the station’s management and members or the university community. Notified of the SU’s betrayal, station manager Allen Beckeland slept in the studio, unaware of campus management and locksmiths sent to remove the shuttering at midnight.

Funding

CJSW funds its capital budget through a week-long funding drive held each October. After raising $13,585 in its first attempt in 1985 and approximately $21,000 the following year, the total amount raised from this appeal to the community’s students has steadily increased each year. In March 1987, the University’s students voted in a second referendum asking for a $1 per semester per student increase in station fees. In a highly controversial decision that involved partisan behavior by the chief returning officer, the additional fee was won by a single vote. Since 2001, the total amount of funds raised has consistently exceeded $150,000. In 2006, the station met and exceeded its goal of $200,000 (a feat repeated in subsequent years), and topped $240,000 in 2014.This extraordinary success has made CJSW a model for other campus and public broadcasters across the country, and the station shares its experience and expertise with those colleagues who wish to strengthen their finances and public image.

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CBC Radio 2
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CBC Radio 2 is one of the best radio stations in Canada to listen to music and more.

CBC Radio 2, part of the CBC Music group, is a Canadian FM radio station operated by the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation.

In the past, it focused primarily on jazz and classical music. However, during the 2000s, the station began to explore new genres of “adult music”.

In 2009, Radio 2 alone averaged about 2.1 million listeners each week, and today it remains one of Canada’s largest and most popular networks.

CHUM-FM
CHUM-FM, based in Toronto, is a music station owned by Bell Media that follows a hot adult contemporary format.

The station broadcasts at 104.5 MHz and also has an online stream available for those who listen to radio via the Internet.

CHUM-FM is consistently ranked among the most popular radio stations in Toronto and plays a wide variety of songs, from the most popular pop songs to rock and R&B.

Until 2009, this channel was considered the most popular and influential station in Canada until rival station CHFI-FM took over.

CHFI-FM
Another commercial radio station in Toronto, CHFI-FM is owned and operated by the Rogers Sports & Media brand.

It is usually broadcast in a modern adult format, although it often switches to seasonal music during the holiday season.

First launched in 1957, CHFI-FM has become one of the most popular music channels on the Canadian airwaves.

The channel plays pop, rock, jazz and R&B music with different programs throughout the day. You can listen to CHFI online or at 98.1 MHz (FM).

CFNY-FM
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102.1 The Edge or CFNY-FM plays alternative rock.

Known to many as “102.1 The Edge”, CFNY-FM broadcasts at 102.1 MHz in the Greater Toronto Area.

This is a great channel to check out if you are interested in alternative rock music. It plays all the latest indie tracks and rock classics.

CFNY is owned by Chorus Entertainment and has been in operation since 1960, starting as an AM station rebroadcast.

Interestingly, CFNY-FM is an international station with a strong enough signal to attract the attention of regions across North America and Canada.

Virgin Radio
Virgin Radio operates throughout Canada and other countries and is one of the best channels to check out if you like music.

There are currently 12 Virgin Radio stations available in major cities and regions across Canada, from Toronto to Montreal.

As a rule, these stations broadcast different styles of music, including greatest hits, pop, rock, and R&B.

Many of Virgin’s radio channels are among the most listened to stations in the Canadian market due to their general availability.

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History

The station was launched on November 21, 1967 as AM 1390 CHOO. The station was acquired in 1973 by Community Communications and in 1977 by Golden West Broadcasting. In 1994, the station was purchased by its current owner, Durham Radio, and moved to its current FM frequency.

In 1999, the station added a 5 kW repeater (CJKX-FM-1) in Sunderland, which operates at 89.9 FM, to cover an area that receives interference from the first neighboring CFJB-FM.

In 2006, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission approved CJKX to add a repeater (CJKX-FM-2) in downtown Toronto to operate on 95.9 FM, the same frequency as the main station. The transmitter for this repeater is located at First Canadian Square.
The call sign CHOO was previously used at a station (now defunct) in Tofino, British Columbia from 2000 to 2002. The current call sign “CHOO” is now in use at a Drumheller, Alberta radio station known today as CHOO-FM. Both of these stations that used the call sign “CHOO” are not affiliated with CJKX.

On August 1, 2016, the CRTC rejected Durham Radio Inc.’s (Durham) application to change the authorized contours of CJKX-FM-2. The applicant proposed to change the transmitter class from A to B1 and increase the average effective radiation power (ERP) from 122 to 194 W (maximum ERP from 220 to 800 W).

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In 2011, in response to CIGY-FM’s shift to adult hits, the station changed its format from a contemporary rock contemporary to a more modern adult contemporary format, leaving CHFM-FM as the only adult contemporary station in Calgary and with a continuity of rock music on its playlist. It was also the largest English-language adult contemporary radio station in Canada. Similar to CKNO-FM in Edmonton, the station mixed classic hits despite not being reported by Mediabase & Nielsen BDS’ Canadian AC Hot Stations, Calgary is the largest market in Canada with two English AC hot stations, the other being CKCE-FM.

History

On August 2, 2006, Tiessen Media received approval for an FM license in Airdrie with a transmitter in Cochrane. In February 2007, Tiessen Media received approval to operate an FM repeater in Cochrane at 95.3 MHz.

On November 25, 2008, Tiessen Media applied to change the frequency of its Cochrane CFIT-FM-1 transmitter to 91.5 MHz. This application was approved on March 9, 2009.

On March 17, 2011, the station changed its permitted contours by increasing its average effective radiation power (ERP) from 3000 to 60,000 W (maximum ERP from 6000 to 100,000 W with an effective antenna height above average terrain of up to 40 meters). This application to increase the ERP was approved by the CRTC on September 8, 2011. In early 2011, the change of ownership of the station to Golden West Broadcasting was approved by the CRTC.

On December 7, 2011, Range changed its brand to Air 106.1 and changed its format to 40 of the most popular adult contemporary adult titles, adding more rhythmic contemporary titles. All pre-1989 titles were dropped and are now heard on the affiliate station CKUV-FM.

In 2015, Golden West applied to turn CFIT-FM-1 in Cochrane into a separate country station on the same frequency, broadcasting news and information relevant to the community. However, the CRTC rejected the application, citing concerns that the station would potentially have to rely on seeking advertising outside of Cochrane to be economically viable in the current environment, and that this could dilute stations located in Calgary. The CRTC approved a revised application in 2018, which debuted on October 24, 2019 as CKXY-FM.

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In 1922, two new categories of broadcasting were added to the regulation: “Private Commercial Radio Station” and “Amateur Radio Station”. The annual license fee for these stations was set on June 30, 1922 at $50 for commercial stations and $5 for amateur stations. As of March 31, 1923, there were 57 commercial and 8 amateur authorized stations.

In late April 1922, an initial group of twenty-three commercial radio broadcasting licenses were announced, which were assigned four-letter call signs beginning with “CF,” “CH,” “CJ,” or “CK,” and one additional “C” as the third or fourth letter. These stations were assigned to a band of six wavelengths in 10-meter increments from 400 to 450 meters (750-667 kHz). Commercial broadcasting stations initially operated under the restriction that “no charge shall be made for any service provided by stations of this class.” In 1924, this provision was relaxed to allow “the lease of broadcasting stations for advertising purposes” upon obtaining “the written consent of the Minister”. However, “direct advertising” was prohibited from 18:30 to 23:00 (“direct advertising” was generally defined as regular advertising messages, as opposed to “indirect advertising” which consisted of more general sponsorship announcements).

Amateur broadcasting stations were given alphanumeric call signs starting with the number “10” and were originally intended to transmit on 250 meters (1200 kHz). These stations were issued to individual amateur associations and were prohibited from advertising. Most were expected to be established in communities where there were no commercial stations. Only a small number of amateur broadcasting stations were authorized, and most of them were eventually converted to commercial operations.

Initially, the station’s audience consisted mostly of young men fiddling with crystal sets, which required the use of headphones to allow only one person to listen at a time. In 1925, Edward Rogers invented the radio tube using alternating current (AC) electricity, which immediately became the global standard for much more powerful and easier-to-use radios. He created the Rogers Majestic Company to manufacture the receivers and established several broadcasting stations, including the experimental station 9RB (later CFRB, Toronto). By the late 1920s, easy-to-use radios with loudspeakers were widely available, albeit somewhat expensive, opening up a much wider audience, attracting the middle class who could afford them as well as restaurants, clubs, and taverns that wanted to attract customers. Even remote towns and localities could listen.

Radio signals in the AM band travel long distances at night, and Canada soon found that it had few open frequencies due to the existence of its much larger American neighbor. In a major reallocation of U.S. stations on November 11, 1928, six frequencies were unofficially allocated exclusively for Canadian use, but the country complained that this was not enough. In 1941, the implementation of the North American Regional Broadcasting Agreement gave Canada some additional exclusive assignments, and the development of the FM band eventually eased the restrictions on the number of available broadcast slots.

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The Radio Canada House in Montreal is one of the country’s most popular skyscrapers, built in 1973 specifically for the radio broadcaster. The building is quite large, it reaches a height of 105 meters, built of reinforced concrete construction combined with concrete sheets.

Its external facade is painted in brown colors and topped with a flat roof with antennas. Such an unusual design was chosen for a reason, as this construction is considered to be the most durable.

Inside the building there are offices and a radio station, from which all radio programs are broadcast. The walls and floors of the radio house are painted in calm and restrained colors and are complemented by office furniture, as well as a cozy cafeteria and a toilet.

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