CRFC calls for radio community programming proposals

OTTAWA - The Community Radio Fund of Canada (CRFC) has launched its first call for proposals for Canadian community-oriented broadcasters and associations. Applications will be accepted under the categories ‘Radio Talent Development Program’ and the ‘Youth Internship Program’. The goal of both programs is to “develop innovative local interest programming while providing mentorship, education, and/or training for broadcasters”. The deadline for each program is March 27, 2009. Proposals will be assessed in April through a peer review process, with the final results announced in May. The programs are part of a financial partnership with Astral Media Radio through a CRTC contribution mechanism worth $1.4 million...