CKYX-FM
Radio station in Fort McMurray, Alberta
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CKYX-FM (97.9 MHz) is a radio station serving Fort McMurray, Alberta with a classic rock format branded as 97.9 Rock. The station received approval by the CRTC in 1984 to broadcast at 97.9 MHz.[1]
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| Broadcast area | Fort McMurray |
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| Frequency | 97.9 MHz |
| Branding | 97.9 Rock |
| Programming | |
| Format | classic rock |
| Ownership | |
| Owner |
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| CJOK-FM | |
| History | |
First air date | March 20, 1985 |
Call sign meaning | "Kyx" (former branding) |
| Technical information | |
| Class | B |
| ERP | 43,500 watts |
| HAAT | 123 metres (404 ft) |
| Links | |
| Webcast | Listen live |
| Website | 979rock.ca |
CKYX also has a rebroadcaster on Tar Island at 95.7 MHz.[2]
As of October 2025, Rogers laid off local staff and closed their studios in Fort McMurray due to lack of revenue and staffing difficulties https://broadcastdialogue.com/rogers-sports-media-moves-to-remote-ops-model-for-smaller-market-radio-stations/
