Events
Upcoming
Our Expert in the House Lineup is AAAAMazing this month!!
October 4 - Essex Mayor - Sherry Bondy
October 11 - Thrasher Law Barrister and Solicitor - Cynthia A. Thrasher
October 18 - Author, Teacher - Veronique Mandal
October 25 - Scare House Windsor Owner - Shawn Lippert
Past
CKRT Team at Sobeys
Saturday October 12
Stop by Amherstburg Sobeys from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM and say hi to some of the CKRT Team!! It's a great time to get that Thanksgiving shopping off your to-do list!!
CKRT Team at Sobeys
Saturday September 7
We are back with the fine folks at the Amherstburg Sobeys from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Stop by and say hi. :)
Harrow Fair
Saturday August 31
CKRT, DKR Group, and County Towing are teaming up again!! Look for the float with go karts and rockin' tunes, being pulled on a 45' flatbed tow truck.. that will be us!! :)
Point Pelee Karting Raceway
Saturday August 24, 2024
It was an evening of excitement at the Point Pelee Karting Club Raceway night race.
We got to play great music and hang out with a lot of fantastic people!
Walker Aggregates Staff BBQ
Thursday August 22, 2024
We were happy to be part of the staff BBQ for Walker Quarry.
This is an incredible place!
Boblo Event
August 17, 2024
Boblo Eats
Private Event
Jeff Burrows Interview
Friday August 16, 2024
Jeff Burrows, long time drummer for "The Tea Party" was in the studio for an interview. Listen as he talks about touring life, family, and what he's doing now.
John Schlarbaum Book Release
Monday August 12, 2024
John was with us in the studio to tell us about his new book that was being released on August 15.
Great read!!
DKR Kart Racing Grand Opening
Sunday August 11, 2024
We had the official grand opening of our station and the day was double the fun because we celebrated the grand opening with DKR Group at the same location.
DKR had their karts on display and were available to answer your questions about the new programs they are offering.
Guests got a tour of the building to see the studio, the DKR Karts and all the cool stuff they have available.
The 3 Dog Poutinerie food truck was on location offering some great foods, people played outdoor family friendly games, and there were some cool giveaways.
Grumpy Grampy was also on location for a story time with the young listeners.
The OZ Escape
We had a bit of a CKRT team building day doing an outdoor escape/problem solving event.
Luckily this team is fantastic and we made it through.
(I (Donna) forgot my glasses so I don't know that I was much help LOL)
but it was so much fun doing it together!
Top Female Athlete/US Softball Scholarship
Aug 9 - Lily Mulder
We had the pleasure of having this lovely young lady in the studio before she left to continue her education at West Texas A&M on a hard earned, and well deserved Women's Softball scholarship.
All of us here at CKRT wish you all the success in the world Lily!
Live CKRT Broadcast on Location at Sobeys
Monday, August 5, 2024
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Another fantastic day doing a live broadcast from Amherstburg Sobeys. People came to celebrate with us as we showcased the "Best one-stop shop" for the freshest food and the friendliest service you'll find anywhere this side of the Mason-Dixon Line.
Live on Location for the eclipse viewing party at GL Heritage Brewing Co.
8728 Howard Rd, Amherstburg, ON
April 8, 2024
Charlie A'Court Interview
Charlie A'Court is a Canadian musician, songwriter and producer. He has toured extensively throughout Canada, Australia and Germany.
As a five-time East Coast Music Award winner and eight-time Nova Scotia Music Award winner, A'Court has earned awards for Blues, Pop, and R&B/Soul Recordings of the Year, and on multiple occasions been recognized as Entertainer of the Year.
For touring and event information click here
Sobeys Amhertburg Live CKRT Broadcast on Location
Such an amazing day getting to celebrate Rick & Krista's first year at Sobeys in Amherstburg.
Them and their amazing staff made it a wonderful day for us and all the shoppers that came into the store.
May 5, 2024
PD doing PD things :)
Presenting a $2000 donation to the Amherstburg Food & Fellowship Mission
Krista & Rick
McHappy Day on Ojibway Parkway Live CKRT Broadcast On Location
We had a great time on-location May 8, 2024 for McHappy Day at McDonalds on Ojibway Parkway.
With 16 specialty children's hospitals in Canada, many families need to travel to receive treatment for their sick child. RMHC program locations across Canada shorten the distance, by giving families a place to stay together, close to the health care their child needs.
Chicken & Ribs BBQ Battle
Windsor Sportsman Club,
2401 Dougall Ave., Windsor
May 26, 2024
Get ready to fire up those grills and battle it out for the crown at the Border City BBQ Masters Chicken & Ribs BBQ Battle!
It's not just about the sizzle and the sauce, it's a clash of culinary titans where the steaks are high, and the chicken is low... and slow.
With live entertainment and local vendors, this BBQ showdown is the perfect place to prove you're the royalty of the rib rack and the sovereign of the smoker!
So, grab your tongs and apron, and may the best BBQer win!
19th Annual Amherstburg Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards
The Board of Directors for the Amherstburg Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the winners for the 19th Annual Amherstburg Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards! We had a very strong field of Nominees and congratulate them on all of their accomplishments over the past year. Awards were presented on Thursday May 30th at the McGregor Columbian Club,9560 Walker Road.
CKRT Border City Radio were proud to be one of the media sponsors and broadcast the event live on location.
Large Business of the Year - Jack’s Organics Business Legacy Award - Ure’s Country Kitchen & Variety Inc.
New Business of the Year - Flow Cafe & Bikes Employer of the Year - Canadian Tire Amherstburg
Professional of the Year - Ashley Harmon, Hogarth Hermiston Severs LLP Tourism & Hospitality Award - Bondy House Bed & Breakfast
Health Care Professional of the Year - Dr. Andrew Cormier, Amherstburg Family Health Team Small Business of the Year - Team Rehab
Young Professional of the Year - Linden Crain, Dominion Lending Centre Supermortgage Team
Entrepreneur of the Year - Tom Manherz, Wolfhead Distillery & Restaurant Most Attractive Improvement Award - House of Shalom Lofts – Jones Realty
Excellence in Customer Service Award - Speck’s Restaurant Community Service/Charitable Award - Windsor Essex Bike Community (WEBC)
Youth Engagement/Leadership Award - Lauren Baillargeon Believe Amherstburg Award - Richard & Colleen Peddie, Black Dog Entertainment
Amherstburg Mayor Michael Prue Donna & PD Dan Gemus
Active Aging Expo
May 31 & June 1
Libro Center
3295 Meloche Rd., Amherstburg, ON
CKRT was proud to be live at this event on
Friday, May 31 from 10 AM - 2 PM.
Erie Street Woodworks - Grand Opening
June 2, 2024
1329 Erie Rd. S. Harrow, Ont.
Erie Street Woodworks is a unique woodcraft shop set
along the wine route in Harrow Ontario.
Stop by and see the new gift shop, put in your custom orders,
learn about upcoming classes, grab lunch from the food truck,
and maybe even win some amazing prizes.
Coachwood Golf & Country Club Live on Location!
If you're looking for something to do this weekend.. why not join us at Coachwood Golf & Country Club!
Have a great day golfing, enjoy lunch, and give back to the community at the same time.
CKRT will be broadcasting live from noon - 4:00 pm.. stop by to say hi, and fill out a ballot for some free air time for your business. Hope to see you there!
To book a tee time or for more information, call Jill at 519-999-9155.
*This event was cancelled due to inclement weather.
Canada Day at Sobeys
CKRT Border City Radio will be celebrating Canada Day with the great folks from Amherstburg Sobeys this year.
Come in for great deals, great music, and great people!
We will be broadcasting live from 10 AM - 2 PM,
come by and say hi! :)