CKSB-FM (89.9

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) is a

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, owned by the

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. It carries

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network, airing a mix of

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(AAA),

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and other genres. CKSB-FM has an

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of 61,000

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s, broadcasting from the Starbuck Communications Tower.

History

On August 21, 2001, the

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approved the CBC's application to launch the new French language radio station. CKSB-FM

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the air December 23, 2001.

Transmitters

CKSB-FM also has rebroadcast transmitters in

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: Both rebroadcasters for Regina and Saskatoon were approved by the

on April 30, 2002.Broadcasting Decision CRTC 2002-125
Addition of transmitters of CKSB-FM Winnipeg at Regina and Saskatoon, ''CRTC'', April 30, 2002

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History

Transmitters

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