CRTC approves Access Communications acquisition of Regina community radio station

In a decision published on its website Wednesday, the CRTC has approved Access Communications Co-operative’s April application to acquire Regina community radio station 91.3 FM CJTR from non-profit corporation Radius Communications. The CRTC said the proposed transaction is in the public interest and will ensure the continuation of community-based radio programming for the Regina area. In its application to the broadcasting regulator, Access indicated it will invest in equipment upgrades, expand volunteer opportunities in the community, and integrate CJTR-FM into its existing community engagement department, which “would help continue CJTR-FM’s unique voice and provide the resources to enhance it further,” the CRTC wrote in...