CICK-FM, is a Canadian

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, that broadcasts

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programming at 93.9 FM over Gitdumden Territory in

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. Owned by Smithers Community Radio Society, the station received

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approval on June 18, 2009. CICK launched in January 2010. On August 29, 2012, Smithers Community Radio Society received

approval to operate an

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station at Smithers.Broadcasting Decision CRTC 2012-464
/ref> CICK is a volunteer operated community radio station that provides programming with a focus on local artists, non-mainstream

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, and commentary reflecting the community's diverse perspectives. With over 30 local shows and twice as many volunteers, it has become a hub for new music and art promotion in the community. The summer of 2015 saw the opening of the Lounge Car, Smithers Community Radio's live music broadcasting studio and concert venue.

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