COUNTERCULTURE: 20 Years of CIVL Radio in the Fraser Valley
byCelebrate two decades of alternative radio at UFV Chilliwack with the premier of the documentary film COUNTERCULTURE: 20 Years of CIVL Radio in the Fraser Valley. The day will be filled with live music, guest speakers, and interactive exhibits showcasing the impact of Canada’s youngest campus radio station, first incorporated as a BC Non-Profit Society in June 2005.
COUNTERCULTURE: 20 Years of CIVL Radio
in the Fraser Valley
- Dates: Saturday, April 5, 2025 from 12:00pm to 5:00pm
- Location: UFV Chilliwack campus at Canada Education Park (45190 Caen Ave, Chilliwack)
- Tickets: Free! RSVP online to reserve your spot
The documentary explores the history of Abbotsford’s local DIY punk music community, its struggle to support local arts and culture, and to provide outlets and engagement for youth and students in the area going back to a time before the Abbotsford Centre was a hockey arena; before UCFV became UFV; and before there was campus radio in the Fraser Valley.
Through the voices of CIVL founders, board members, UFV professors, local musicians, former CIVL staff and volunteers, as well as campus and community radio personnel from all across Canada, this documentary aims to shine a light on the need for media literacy, accessibility, community engagement, mentorship, freedom of expression, and the challenge of being a small grassroots group in the midst of massive institutions in the 21st century.
Refreshments, musical performances and a panel discussion hosted by filmmaker/journalist Kier Junos will be part of the celebration that is happening during UVF’s 50th anniversary alumni weekend.
Looking to the Future
CIVL is currently awaiting approval to broadcast permanently at 92.3FM in Chilliwack, currently the station is at 101.7FM and the new frequently would be stronger, reaching further. The station’s 10th annual Fraser Valley Music Awards will also be launching this spring.
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