CHQX-FM

CHQX-FM
Frequency101.5 MHz (FM)
Branding101.5 Beach Radio
Programming
FormatClassic hits
Ownership
OwnerJim Pattison Group
CFMM-FM, CKBI
History
First air date
2001
Technical information
ClassC1
ERP100 kW
HAAT178.6 meters (586 ft)
Links
WebcastListen Live
Websitebeachradiopa.ca

CHQX-FM is a Canadian radio station that broadcasts a classic hits format at 101.5 FM in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. The station is branded on-air as 101.5 Beach Radio and is owned by Jim Pattison Group who also owns sister stations CFMM-FM and CKBI. CHQX's studios are located at 1316 Central Avenue.

The station received approval by the CRTC in 2000[1] and began broadcasting in June 2001.

On October 28, 2016, CHQX-FM rebranded to XFM 101.5 but kept the same format. In September 2020, the station changed its format to classic hits and rebranded to 101.5 Beach Radio.

Rebroadcasters

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Rebroadcasters of CHQX-FM
City of license Identifier Frequency Power Class RECNet CRTC Decision
Big River CHQX-FM-3 97.5 FM 1,200 watts A Query 2008-315
La Ronge CHQX-FM-2 98.3 FM 53 watts A1 Query 2005-122
Waskesiu Lake CHQX-FM-1 90.5 FM 2,500 watts A Query 2002-459

Current on air lineup

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The Morning After Show with Lew Harrison

Lew is one of the longest serving radio hosts in Prince Albert and area. Lew brings his own quirky sense of humour and keen sense of observation to the radio.

Mid Days with Charlee Morgan

Charlee Morgan broadcasts 10am - 2pm. Join Charlee for 'That 80's Show' weekdays from 12-1pm.

Afternoons with Garth Kalin

Garth Kalin broadcasts from 2 – 6pm.

References

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