CBC Radio

CBC Radio is a division of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation responsible for the corporation's radio broadcast operations. CBC Radio operates three radio networks that broadcast in both official languages, English and French, across Canada. These networks are CBC Radio One, CBC Radio 2, and CBC Radio 3.

History

CBC Radio was established in 1936 when the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation was created. The CBC, as a crown corporation, was established to provide a public broadcasting service in Canada. The radio division was the first to be established, with the television division coming later.

Networks

CBC Radio One

CBC Radio One is the English-language news and information network. It provides news, current affairs, and arts programming.

CBC Radio 2

CBC Radio 2 is the English-language music network. It offers a wide range of music genres, from classical and jazz to pop and rock.

CBC Radio 3

CBC Radio 3 is a network that focuses on Canadian culture, including music, arts, and entertainment. It is primarily an internet radio station, although it does have a limited amount of broadcast time on CBC Radio 2.

Programming

CBC Radio's programming is diverse, reflecting the multicultural nature of Canada. It includes news and current affairs programs, such as The Current and As It Happens, as well as arts and culture programs like Q and Ideas. CBC Radio also broadcasts a variety of music programs, featuring genres from classical to pop.

See also

• Canadian Broadcasting Corporation
• CBC Television
• CBC News
• CBC Music