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Five of Carleton University’s independent student organizations — collectively representing over 30,000 Ontario students — have formed the Bill 33 Coalition to defend student autonomy and protect the services and organizations students have built and govern themselves. The coalition brings together the Carleton University Students’ Association (CUSA), Carleton Radio Inc. (CKCU-FM), The Charlatan,…
CKCU is taking part in Ottawa’s 2026 Pride parade on Sunday, August 30, joining people from across the city in celebrating and supporting Ottawa’s 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. Our participation is part of All Mics On, CKCU’s year-long campaign highlighting why the station matters and the difference independent, community-powered media makes. This year’s Pride theme is Together […]
This Wednesday, CKCU DJs Jas Nasty and Lamb Fatale take over the turntables at Tooth and Nail Brewery from 6–9 p.m. for an evening of expertly curated vinyl selections and great community vibes. Both seasoned selectors and beloved members of Ottawa’s music scene, Jas and Zoë (Lamb Fatale) bring a deep love of music and […]
June’s Live Off The Floor session brought VASTE and Raphael Weinroth-Browne to the CKCU studio to for some dark, mysterious, and emotive sounds. VASTE is an atmospheric sludge and post-metal band hailing from Ottawa and Gatineau. They craft raw gloomy soundscapes through crushing heaviness and emotional intensity. Their live performances are immersive, visceral, and sonically […]
As Reggae in the Fields celebrates 50 years on the air, host and producer Junior Smith has been honoured with the Canadian Ethnic Media Association’s 2026 Award for Excellence in Radio. “I do not see diversity as a challenge to be managed, but as a series of positive outcomes that enrich every single person in […]
National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day are opportunities to honour the histories, cultures, languages, knowledge, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. Indigenous programming has long been part of CKCU. Through programs such as Indigenous CKCU, Kitchisipimi Pivalliajut, and Uqallagvik, Indigenous hosts, producers, and community members share…
There’s a reason therapy dogs are so popular. On the June 19th edition of the Friday Special Blend, we’ll find out why as we speak with Asif Hameed and Aristotle from Carleton University’s Therapy Dog Program. The program provides mental health and wellness support through visits with therapy dogs handled by Carleton staff and faculty […]
James “Jim” Reilly was a longtime volunteer and vibrant presence at CKCU-FM throughout the 1980s and 1990s. As an on-air announcer, Funding Drive coordinator, and editor of TransFM, Jim helped shape the station’s creative spirit and community voice during a formative era. Beyond CKCU, Jim was deeply connected to Ottawa-Gatineau’s arts and music communities. A beloved […]
CKCU collaborated with Axé WorldFest for May’s Live Off The Floor session. Axé WorldFest present music, artistic events, shows, concert series, and conferences to provide unparalleled experiences of new music in our homebase of Ottawa, Ontario, and around the world. With a pioneering vision, alchemy, and cultivation of community, we work to support emerging artists here […]
Ottawa-area high school students are gaining hands-on experience in the music industry through Off The Shelf Sessions, a growing youth music recording initiative created by students, for students. Originally conceived and developed by students at Brookfield High School, the program was designed to create more opportunities for young musicians to access professional recording experiences and […]
