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Federal government to assist Charities and Non-Profit Organizations

Dec 1, 2022 | Local News

Help is on the way from the federal government for charities and non-profits organizations

Central Nova MP Sean Fraser (right) with 989XFM News Director Ken Kingston during a recent visit to the radio station.

hard hit as a result of several factors in recent years, including the COVID-19 pandemic.  Central Nova MP Sean Fraser says Ottawa has launched a $400 million fund.  Fraser says the money will be distributed to these organizations through the Red Cross, the United Way, and the Community Foundations of Canada.

Fraser says to put these organizations on more solid footing, will have a lasting positive impact.

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Canadian Radio Awards: 989 XFM Small Market Station of The Year

Broadcast Dialogue has announced the winners of the inaugural Canadian Radio Awards, which we’ve dubbed “The Howards” after our publisher emeritus Howard Christensen.

When Howard, a radio veteran and one of the original Broadcast News anchors, founded Broadcast Dialogue in 1992, he saw a need for both timely delivery of Canadian broadcast industry news, but also recognized the importance of creating a sense of community.

989 XFM is very proud to be the winner of the 2020 Station of Year – Small Market award.