#AltElxn 2025 is a coordinated national project by the National Campus and Community Radio Association (NCRA/ANREC), bringing together over 100 radio stations and local journalists from across the country. Our goal is to offer independent, community-based election coverage that highlights national issues through a local lens. With a focus on authentic voices and community impact, the series explores the stories, candidates, and concerns shaping the upcoming federal election.

#AltElxn 2025 is a four episode series syndicated from the NCRA/ANREC and airs on CKMS-FM as part of Meet The Candidate: 2025 Federal Election, weekdays from 9:02am to 10:00am from 7 to 29 April 2025.

Election Night Broadcast

On Monday 28 April 2025 CKMS-FM will broadcast #AltElxn 2025: Election Night Coverage from 8:00pm to 2:00am to bring you the Waterloo Region election results first.

As the results roll in on election night, tune in to our live-to-air coverage with real-time updates, on-the-ground reports, and expert analysis from across the country. Hosted by NCRA/ANREC member stations, this unique national broadcast will connect voices coast-to-coast and provide a true community perspective on Canada’s next government.