CINI-FM, Mistissini
Lake Mistissini Telecommunications Association
| Station | Year | Freq. | Power | Owner/Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CINI-FM | 1990 | 95.3 | 50,000 | Buckley Petawabano |
1990
Buckley Petawabano launched aboriginal community station CINI-FM, operating on 95.3 MHz with power of 50,000 watts. The station served Mistissini and the Chibougamau and Chapais area of the James Bay region and offered Cree-language programming. CINI was the only local commercial FM station in the area.
Undate
Lake Mistissini Telecommunications Association took over operation of CINI-FM.
2020
CINI-FM-1 Mistissini signed on the air at 102.1 MHz with power of 50 watts.
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