CINW
Radio station in Montreal (1919–2010) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For the present radio station on the same frequency, see CFNV.
CINW was the final call sign used by an English language AM radio station in Montreal, Quebec, which, along with French-language sister station CINF, ceased operations at 7:00 p.m. ET on January 29, 2010.[2][3] Owned and operated by Corus Quebec, it broadcast on 940 kHz with a full-time power of 50,000 watts as a clear channel, Class A station, using a slightly directional antenna designed to improve reception in downtown Montreal.
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Frequency | 940 kHz (AM) |
Branding | AM 940 |
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Format | Defunct (was oldies) |
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CFQR-FM, CINF | |
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First air date | May 20, 1920 |
Last air date | January 29, 2010 (89 years, 254 days) |
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Call sign meaning | "Canada's information and news station" (former all-news format) |
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Class | A |
Power | 50,000 watts |
Transmitter coordinates | 45°23′34.08″N 73°41′53.16″W |
Translator(s) | CFCX SW 6.005 MHz |
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Due to its heritage, the station is generally considered to be Canada's first and oldest broadcasting station, as well as one of the first in the world.[4]