Three new shows, a conversation with Salt Spring author Coralie Moss and a tribute to the late Niel Golden are among the nifty offerings this week on CHIR-FM, the Voice of the Gulf Islands.

Tune in to 107.9 FM (or 102.1 FM in the South End) or stream the station online to hear more than 20 unique local programs on your community radio station.

Highlights for the Coming Week

Tuesday, August 11, 9–10 a.m. — Canada Fresh
Host David Crouch plays 13 brand new songs from across Canada. Find information about each episode at canada-fresh.pplx.app.

Canada Fresh is new show on CHIR-FM airing Tuesdays 9-10 a.m. This Tuesday (August 11), host David Crouch plays 13 brand new songs from across Canada.

Tuesday, August 11, 4–5 p.m. — Dr Jeff’s Natural Vet Broadcast
A new program, with this week’s episode focusing on vaccines.

Tuesday, August 11, 5–6 p.m. — Connections
Host David Minkow pays tribute to renowned Victoria-based percussionist Niel Golden, who died Friday, August 7. The show re-airs Thursday and Saturday at 5 p.m.

Renowned Victoria-based percussionist Niel Golden died on Friday (August 7). This Tuesday (August 11) on Connections from 5-6 p.m. host David Minkow pays tribute to Niel--the two discovered in 2017 via a DNA test that they were second cousins and became quite close in recent years (the photo is from their first meeting). Show re-airs Thursday and Saturday at 5 p.m.

Wednesday, August 12, 5–6 p.m. — Hidden Gems
A new program hosted by Peregrin McCormick.

Wednesday, August 12, 8–9 p.m. — It’s About Story Time
Host AmanDa Bapty presents The Family We Choose. This episode is a tribute to the people who show up for us, not by blood, but by an open door and a generous heart.

Through songs and poems, AmanDa explores the kind of kinship that isn’t given but built, and the quiet, steady love that makes a house feel like a home.

The show re-airs Sundays at 4 p.m. and Tuesdays at 8 p.m.

Thursday, August 13, 10–11 a.m. — Check it Out
Host Cecilia Low will be in conversation with Coralie Moss, author of the Witches of Salt Spring Island and other popular fantasy and urban fantasy series, as well as several seasoned romance novels and novelettes.

This Thursday (August 13) from 10-11 a.m., Check it Out host Cecilia Low interviews Coralie Moss, author of the Witches of Salt Spring Island and other popular fantasy and urban fantasy series, as well as several seasoned romance novels and novelettes.

Thursday, August 13, 12–1 p.m. — Canada Country
A new program hosted by Chris Arnett.

Local Programs on CHIR-FM

Island Interludes — Monday–Friday, 6–7 a.m.
The music of the Gulf Islands, hosted by Dan Miller.

Morningtide — Monday–Friday, 7–9 a.m.
Dan Miller shares classics from the CHIR library, local news, weather and other village banter.

Coffee Break — Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9–11 a.m.
Damian Inwood provides up-to-date information on news, traffic and weather, plus special guests, regular features and great music.

Canada Fresh — Tuesday, 9–10 a.m.
Hear all-new music from across Canada, hosted by David Crouch.

TRUpreneur — Tuesday, 10–11 a.m.
David Crouch interviews some of the most interesting entrepreneurs and small business owners in the Gulf Islands.

Radio Skoden — Tuesday, 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Indigenous music hosted by Caroline Dick.

Harmonic Expeditions — Tuesday, 3–4 p.m.
Mike Chin explores musicians and other creatives on the Gulf Islands.

Dr Jeff’s Natural Vet Broadcast — Tuesday, 4–5 p.m.

Connections — Tuesday, 5–6 p.m.
David Minkow takes listeners on a musical journey.

A Friendly Wave — Tuesday, 7–8 p.m.
A unique cultural experiment originating from the Cassette Cafe.

Hidden Gems — Wednesday, 5–6 p.m.
Hosted by Peregrin McCormick.

Saltspring Sessions — Wednesday, 6–8 p.m.
Host Sima Rehn cracks open the echo chamber of SSI’s live music scene by sharing past performances.

It’s About Story Time — Wednesday, 8–9 p.m.
A weekly exploration of poetry, short fiction and music around a curated theme with AmanDa Bapty.

Tonic — Thursday, 9–11 a.m.
Two hours of music, viewpoints and conversations with David Crouch.

Canada Country — Thursday, 12–1 p.m.
Hosted by Chris Arnett.

Headline Hunters — Thursday, 4–5 p.m.
Retired journalists Damian Inwood and Paul McElroy give their unique take on the stories that are important to Salt Spring Island, Canada and the world.

Hide and Seek — Thursday, 8–10 p.m.
Ben Corno explores 100 years of popular music with a focus on Western modern, but an interest in all the rest.

Nocturnal Emissions — Thursday, 10 p.m.–2 a.m.
Dan Snakehead offers up Mixcloud’s #1 Canadian Drum & Bass broadcast since 2020.

Soundscape — Friday, 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Frank Allen plays an eclectic selection of music, drawing from all musical forms.

Lights, Camera, ADRIAN — Friday, 3–4 p.m.
A hip and humorous look at movies.

Archipelager Hour — Friday, 5–6 p.m.
Each week, hosts Robin Jenkinson and Ryan Dentry try to capture some of the “Voices of the Gulf Islands” to share, alongside great music and discussion.

Techno J Extravaganza — Friday, 7–8 p.m.
Mark O’Neill presents a musical mix of your favourites, with lots of rock and roll.

Hip Hop on the Rock — Friday, 9–10 p.m.
Explore Dano Hammer’s eclectic collection of Canadian and international alternative hip hop.

Be sure to check out the CHIR-FM website for the latest schedule, including rebroadcast times for the shows listed above.