The Coast 89.7 (CKOA-FM): Cape Breton’s Timeless Hits with a Local Heart
The Coast 89.7, CKOA-FM, is the community station that sounds like Cape Breton. Broadcasting at 89.7 FM and streaming worldwide from its Sydney studios, the station blends timeless hits with a steady flow of local news, weather, and event coverage. The result is radio that feels friendly and familiar, whether you’re commuting across the CBRM, working a shift, or catching up at home.
Music drives the experience. The Coast curates a feel-good mix of classics and East Coast favourites, emphasizing melody, stories, and artists who shaped multiple generations. It’s the kind of playlist that keeps energy up without overwhelming your day, moving easily from golden rock and pop to contemporary Canadian standouts. Between songs, brief, conversational breaks add context—artist notes, concert announcements, and pointers to what’s happening around the island.
Community is the other half of the promise. Live local news seven days a week keeps listeners connected to municipal decisions, school updates, and the issues that matter on the island. Fundraisers, cultural festivals, and small-business milestones all find a home on air, turning the station into a hub where Cape Bretoners hear themselves and their neighbours. When storms roll in or closures affect travel, timely updates arrive with the same reassuring local voice.
Listening is simple. In the Sydney–Glace Bay area, set your dial to 89.7 FM. Away from a radio, hit the station’s live stream on your phone, laptop, or smart speaker to bring Cape Breton radio with you. If you’re searching for a reliable companion that pairs timeless hits with real local service, make The Coast 89.7 part of your daily routine.
