Initiated by: Linda Brown from Kitchener, Ontario
Whereas:
Local radio and journalism are important to Canadians
Abrupt closures of local radio stations by Rogers Media leave citizens without a vital public service
Local culture and community issues that matter to citizens are shared and discussed through local radio programs
Local radio stations offer a vital public service. They are our eyes and ears on the ground, offering news tailored to the needs of our region. They highlight our local culture, our sports teams, and our community leaders. Without local journalism, we lose our voice, our platform for communal dialogue, and a significant link in our community identity.
History:
Open for signature: July 10, 2026
Closed for signature: September 8, 2026
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They are our eyes and ears on the ground, offering news tailored to the needs of our region. They highlight our local culture, our sports teams, and our community leaders. Without local journalism, we lose our voice, our platform for communal dialogue, and a significant link in our community identity. We, the undersigned, residents of Canada , call upon the Government of Canada to stand up for local radio and work with Rogers Media to reinstate City News 570 in Kitchener, News 1130 and Sportsnet 650 in Vancouver, 660 News Radio and Sportsnet 960 in Calgary, and 95.7 NewsRadio in Halifax. History Open for signature July 10, 2026, at 1:26 p.m. (EDT) Closed for signature September 8, 2026, at 1:26 p.m. (EDT) Member of Parliament Kelly, DeRidder Kitchener Centre (Conservative)
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