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Locality: Sydney, Nova Scotia

Phone: +1 902-270-4487



Address: 500 Kings Road, Suite 300 B1S 1B1 Sydney, NS, Canada

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101.9 The GIANT 13.01.2021

Congratulations to Friday's winner of the "LUNCHTIME HOOKUP" Brandon Cole from Glace Bay!!! He wins a FREE LUNCH (Maximum $25 value) for The Sandbar Restaurant & Lounge!!! Enter for your chance to win here: https://www.giant1019.com/lunchtime-hookup/

101.9 The GIANT 02.01.2021

Congrats to our first Thirsty Thursday winner, Pauline Wilneff! Pauline won a $25 gift certificate from Breton Brewing Co. to use on anything in the store! Be listening every Thursday between 4 and 5 on the Ride Home with Rob to win! Details here: https://www.giant1019.com/thirsty-thursdays/

101.9 The GIANT 29.12.2020

First draw of the new year tomorrow, with the Cape Breton Minor Hockey Partners Even Split Draw! Get your tickets! (Associations and tickets locations at www.giant1019.com)

101.9 The GIANT 22.12.2020

The 'Road to Nowhere' is officially open! Crawford Crossing is now open to traffic.

101.9 The GIANT 18.12.2020

Almost that time again! Get your tickets for Sunday's draw! Tickets available from any Cape Breton Minor Hockey Partners Even Split Draw player! ... Good luck!

101.9 The GIANT 11.12.2020

Latest from the government.

101.9 The GIANT 02.12.2020

Congratulations to Thursday's winner of the "LUNCHTIME HOOKUP" Janet MacKinnon from Glace Bay!!! She wins a FREE LUNCH (Maximum $25 value) for The Sandbar Restaurant & Lounge!!! Enter for your chance to win here: https://www.giant1019.com/lunchtime-hookup/

101.9 The GIANT 21.11.2020

Congratulations to Thursday's winner of the "LUNCHTIME HOOKUP" Ann McCarthy from Glace Bay!!! She wins a FREE LUNCH (Maximum $25 value) for The Sandbar Restaurant & Lounge!!! Enter for your chance to win here: https://www.giant1019.com/lunchtime-hookup/

101.9 The GIANT 20.11.2020

The Premier and Dr. Strang will be speaking at 3p.

101.9 The GIANT 16.11.2020

3 new cases, related to previous cases.

101.9 The GIANT 15.11.2020

Tuesday's winner of the "LUNCHTIME HOOKUP" is Brad Oliver!!! He wins a FREE LUNCH (Maximum $25 value) for The Sandbar Restaurant & Lounge!!! Enter for your chance to win here: https://www.giant1019.com/lunchtime-hookup/

101.9 The GIANT 11.11.2020

AA Munro Insurance Little Giants is back, brought to you by AA Munro and Wawanesa Insurance - Maritime Branch! Nominate a Little Giant at the link: https://www.giant1019.com/aa-munros-little-giants/

101.9 The GIANT 07.11.2020

Friday's winner of the "LUNCHTIME HOOKUP" is Theresa Kennedy!!! She wins a FREE LUNCH (Maximum $25 value) for The Sandbar Restaurant & Lounge!!! Enter for your chance to win here:... https://www.giant1019.com/lunchtime-hookup/

101.9 The GIANT 06.11.2020

Wednesday's winner of the "LUNCHTIME HOOKUP" is Roberta Head from River Ryan!!! She wins a FREE LUNCH (Maximum $25 value) from The Sandbar Restaurant & Lounge!!! Enter for your chance to win here: https://www.giant1019.com/lunchtime-hookup/

101.9 The GIANT 02.11.2020

EDIT: Suspect arrested without incident! EMERGENCY ALERT: Please take note!

101.9 The GIANT 31.10.2020

Let's see those pics!

101.9 The GIANT 31.10.2020

Congratulations to our Monday "LUNCHTIME HOOKUP" winner Jessica Peters!!! She wins a FREE LUNCH (Maximum $25 value) for The Sandbar Restaurant & Lounge ... drop by and try this Week's Poutine... The Notorious P.I.G.!!! Fries - Curds - Gravy - Pulled Pork - Chopped Onion Rings - Jalapenos - Bourbon BBQ Sauce #52WeeksOfPoutine Enter for your chance to win here: https://www.giant1019.com/lunchtime-hookup/

101.9 The GIANT 26.10.2020

Answer the question for a chance to win a Meal for Two from A&W on Prince Street! What is the name of the A&W mascot? We will pick and contact a random winner with the correct answer after 5.... Good luck!

101.9 The GIANT 25.10.2020

Big game tonight! But late, starts at 1030! Go Canada! This apply to anyone?

101.9 The GIANT 23.10.2020

Congratulations to today's winner of the "LUNCHTIME HOOKUP" Melissa Tabor!!! She wins a FREE LUNCH (Maximum $25 value) for The Sandbar Restaurant & Lounge!!! Enter for your chance to win here: https://www.giant1019.com/lunchtime-hookup/

101.9 The GIANT 20.10.2020

11 more today...

101.9 The GIANT 17.10.2020

Thursday's winner of the "LUNCHTIME HOOKUP" is Raylene Belyea!!! She wins a FREE LUNCH (Maximum $25 value) for The Sandbar Restaurant & Lounge!!! Enter for your chance to win here:... https://www.giant1019.com/lunchtime-hookup/

101.9 The GIANT 17.10.2020

All 3 new cases in the Central Zone

101.9 The GIANT 12.10.2020

I had the opportunity today to head up to Island Eyecare Ltd to personally congratulate our SPEC-tacular Contest winner Paula Gordon. Her daughter wins the X-BOX and Paula was there to get her Sunglasses worth $250!!!

101.9 The GIANT 08.10.2020

Answer the question for a chance to win a Meal for Two from A&W on Prince Street! What Canadian province has the most A&W locations? We will pick and contact a random winner with the correct answer after 5,... Good luck!

101.9 The GIANT 06.10.2020

On RadioDay 2020, this Thursday Oct. 8, Colbourne Chrysler and Colbourne Ford will be collecting donations at each lot. Drop by and put some change in the truck... of your choice. They’ll be collecting your change to help make change for cancer patients in Cape Breton. Tune in Oct. 8 and call 1-877-567-8077 or visit www.becauseyoucare.ca to make a donation to RadioDay 2020 #RadioDay2020 #BecauseUCare #GiveWhereYouLive #CapeBreton

101.9 The GIANT 02.10.2020

Radio Day is Thursday, October 8th! Hear Debbie's story, and give because you care! #RadioDay2020 #BecauseUCare #GiveWhereYouLive #CapeBreton

101.9 The GIANT 30.09.2020

The Rom Com Rewind podcast is dedicated to re-watching your favourite romantic comedies, breaking them down and ultimately deciding if they still hold up. Includes My Best Friend’s Wedding, Crazy Stupid Love, You’ve Got Mail and loads more LISTEN! https://stingraypodcasts.com/the-rom-com-rewind-podcast

101.9 The GIANT 30.09.2020

Tuesday's winner of the "LUNCHTIME HOOKUP" is Melissa Hennick of Sydney Forks!!! She wins a FREE LUNCH (Maximum $25 value) from The Sandbar Restaurant & Lounge!!! Enter for your chance to win here: https://www.giant1019.com/lunchtime-hookup/

101.9 The GIANT 21.09.2020

There are now 27 active cases in Nova Scotia.

101.9 The GIANT 17.09.2020

Another case identified in the Central Zone on Thursday. 3 active cases in the province.

101.9 The GIANT 10.09.2020

Congratulations to Monday's winner of the "LUNCHTIME HOOKUP" Claire Chipman from Dominion!!! She wins a FREE LUNCH (Maximum $25 value) for The Sandbar Restaurant & Lounge!!! Enter for your chance to win here: https://www.giant1019.com/lunchtime-hookup/

101.9 The GIANT 02.09.2020

Congrats to this weeks winner! Another draw next week! Get your tickets for the Cape Breton Minor Hockey Partners Even Split Draw!

101.9 The GIANT 30.08.2020

Monday is World Teacher Day! Here at The Giant, we're going to celebrate ALL WEEK LONG! Is your teacher a Homeroom Hero? Enter them to win a $100 Gift Card from Subway AND a sub party for their school's staff!... Enter here: https://www.giant1019.com/homeroom-heroes/

101.9 The GIANT 17.08.2020

UPDATE: Good news Ruff has been reunited with his owners!!!

101.9 The GIANT 15.08.2020

Congratulations to Natasha Howell from Whitney Pier!!! She is this week's winner in our "Decked Out" Promotion... Genevieve & I arrived at Natasha's in 2020 Ford Ranger from Colbourne Ford!!! Natasha was extremely excited to receive all of her prizes including: Beverages from Cape Breton Beverages Ltd, Product from Nova Scotia Spirit Co., a Helicopter Tour pass from Celtic Air Services, BBQ treats from Atlantic Meats, a Gift Certificate for a local restaurant from Qu...ick Build Contracting Ltd. and a Gift Certificate from Coldwell Banker Boardwalk Realty!!! Natasha's name will also be entered in to win the Grand Prize of a Heat Pump from Cape Breton Cooling Solutions worth $5000!!! And once again a big thank you to Colbourne Auto for providing me an awesome vehicle to deliver the prizes in!!! Have you entered yet? There's only 3 weeks left!!! Get all the details https://www.giant1019.com/decked-out/ See more

101.9 The GIANT 10.08.2020

Radio Day is Thursday, October 8th! Hear Kayla's story, and give because you care! #RadioDay2020 #BecauseUCare #GiveWhereYouLive #CapeBreton

101.9 The GIANT 22.07.2020

Two active cases in Nova Scotia.

101.9 The GIANT 19.07.2020

Wednesday's winner of the "LUNCHTIME HOOKUP" is Theresa Doucette from Glace Bay!!! She wins a FREE LUNCH (Maximum $25 value) from The Sandbar Restaurant & Lounge!!! Enter for your chance to win here: https://www.giant1019.com/lunchtime-hookup/

101.9 The GIANT 16.07.2020

Looks like one new case identified in the Northern Zone, related to travel. Two active in the province.

101.9 The GIANT 13.07.2020

Still just the one case in Nova Scotia!

101.9 The GIANT 09.07.2020

2 new cases today. An update coming up at 3p with Dr Strang and Premier McNeil.

101.9 The GIANT 05.07.2020

Something to make you smile this morning....I love this costume =)

101.9 The GIANT 03.07.2020

Tuesday's winner of the "LUNCHTIME HOOKUP" is Brandon MacIsaac of New Waterford!!! He wins a FREE LUNCH (Maximum $25 value) from The Sandbar Restaurant & Lounge!!! Enter for your chance to win here: https://www.giant1019.com/lunchtime-hookup/

101.9 The GIANT 25.06.2020

Congrats to this weeks winner! Another draw next week. Get your tickets from any member of the Cape Breton Minor Hockey Partners Even Split Draw

101.9 The GIANT 21.06.2020

Another draw this Sunday! Get your tickets for the Cape Breton Minor Hockey Partners Even Split Draw

101.9 The GIANT 18.06.2020

Congratulations to Maureen Pickup from Sydney!!! She is this week's winner in our "Decked Out" Promotion... Genevieve & I were cruising in 2021 Jeep Wrangler Sport S!!! Maureen's prizes included: Beverages from Cape Breton Beverages Ltd, Product from Nova Scotia Spirit Co., a Helicopter Tour pass from Celtic Air Services, BBQ treats from Atlantic Meats, a Gift Certificate for a local restaurant from Quick Build Contracting Ltd. and a Gift Certificate from Coldwell Ba...nker Boardwalk Realty!!! Maureen's name will also be entered in to win the Grand Prize of a Heat Pump from Cape Breton Cooling Solutions worth $5000!!! And once again a big thank you to Colbourne Auto/ Colbourne Chrysler for providing me an awesome vehicle to deliver the prizes in!!! Have you entered yet? There's only 3 weeks left!!! Get all the details https://www.giant1019.com/decked-out/

101.9 The GIANT 16.06.2020

Sysco@Home is giving you a chance to win a $100 Promo Code! Comment below for your chance to win! We will pick a winner later!... https://sysco.ca/Sysco-at-Home.html

101.9 The GIANT 06.06.2020

Congratulations to Thursday's winner of the "LUNCHTIME HOOKUP" Ruth Cipak from Sydney!!! She wins a FREE LUNCH (Maximum $25 value) for The Sandbar Restaurant & Lounge!!! Enter for your chance to win here: https://www.giant1019.com/lunchtime-hookup/

101.9 The GIANT 31.05.2020

No new cases, one active case in the province.

101.9 The GIANT 24.05.2020

It's your chance to win a Meal for Two from A&W on Prince Street, Sydney. Simply tell us your favorite item at A&W. We will pick a random winner this afternoon! Good luck!

101.9 The GIANT 15.05.2020

(Stephanie) I'm on location at Belly Busters Pizza & Donair for their annual Crazy Christmas Party giveaway! You could win a a PS5, XBox Series S, Nintendo Switch, $1000 cash, $500 cash, LOL Doll set. Listen for the draw at 7:45 tonight!

101.9 The GIANT 03.05.2020

Here is the latest track of Teddy.

101.9 The GIANT 02.05.2020

Wednesday's winner of the "LUNCHTIME HOOKUP" is Courtney Tighe of Scotchtown!!! She wins a FREE LUNCH (Maximum $25 value) from The Sandbar Restaurant & Lounge!!! Enter for your chance to win here: https://www.giant1019.com/lunchtime-hookup/

101.9 The GIANT 22.04.2020

Keep up to date on storm cancellations as they come in here: https://www.giant1019.com/storm-centre/

101.9 The GIANT 16.04.2020

Thank YOU so much for helping us raise $1852.65! Each and every penny is going to the Salvation Army to help make Christmas a little better for Cape Breton families! A big thank you to Charm Diamonds for being our depot this year!... And, to the Carpenters Union Local 1588, your generosity each and every year does not go unappreciated! Thank you all!

101.9 The GIANT 06.04.2020

Here's Teddy's latest track. Just a friendly reminder to be prepared for 72 hours during and after the storm. AND.... Tie down or remove your heavy garbage from the curb!!!

101.9 The GIANT 04.04.2020

7 new cases, none in the Eastern Zone.

101.9 The GIANT 30.03.2020

Tuesday's winner of the "LUNCHTIME HOOKUP" is Nicole Mitchell from Glace Bay!!! She wins a FREE LUNCH (Maximum $25 value) from The Sandbar Restaurant & Lounge!!! Enter for your chance to win here: https://www.giant1019.com/lunchtime-hookup/

101.9 The GIANT 25.03.2020

2 new cases reported today, none here in the Eastern Zone.

101.9 The GIANT 22.03.2020

Congratulations to Monday's winner of the "LUNCHTIME HOOKUP" Mark Fitzgerald from Sydney!!! He wins a FREE LUNCH (Maximum $25 value) for The Sandbar Restaurant & Lounge!!! Enter for your chance to win here: https://www.giant1019.com/lunchtime-hookup/

101.9 The GIANT 19.03.2020

Congrats to the winner of the Cape Breton Minor Hockey Partners Even Split Draw 50/50!

101.9 The GIANT 11.03.2020

Congratulations to all the winners in the Glace Bay Minor Hockey Christmas draws!

101.9 The GIANT 08.03.2020

So, I realized that I spelled 'desert' wrong, when I meant 'dessert'. Some words are tough to remember the correct spelling! Which word do you find the toughest to spell without looking it up?

101.9 The GIANT 29.02.2020

One probably case being reported.

101.9 The GIANT 21.02.2020

Special Holiday draws on Sunday! The big draw PLUS five winners of $1000, five winners of $500 as well as ten winners of $250 and $100. The draw has doubled in the past two months. ... Cape Breton Minor Hockey Partners Even Split Draw

101.9 The GIANT 06.02.2020

Congratulations to Friday's's winner of the "LUNCHTIME HOOKUP" Linda Poole from Sydney!!! She wins a FREE LUNCH (Maximum $25 value) for The Sandbar Restaurant & Lounge!!! Enter for your chance to win here: https://www.giant1019.com/lunchtime-hookup/

101.9 The GIANT 26.01.2020

6 new cases today, none reported here in the Eastern Zone!

101.9 The GIANT 23.01.2020

Congratulations to Thursday's winner of the "LUNCHTIME HOOKUP" is Marjorie Daix from New Waterford!!! She wins a FREE LUNCH (Maximum $25 value) for The Sandbar Restaurant & Lounge!!! Enter for your chance to win here: https://www.giant1019.com/lunchtime-hookup/

101.9 The GIANT 15.01.2020

Congratulations to Alyssa Rose, our final AA Munro Insurance Little Giant! For the last 2 years, Alyssa has been raising money for the IWK, and has raised over $21000!!! Two years ago, Alyssa had a 20 hour brain surgery there and has made it her life goal to raise as much money for the hospital as she can! Incredible, Alyssa!!!... As a Little Giant, she receives a certificate, $250 for her AND $250 for the charity of her choice! Great job to all our Little Giants! Keep making our community better! A big thanks to AA Munro Insurance and Wawanesa Insurance

101.9 The GIANT 05.01.2020

Last years Christmas draw was almost $200,000! Get your tickets now!

101.9 The GIANT 29.12.2019

Congratulations to Wednesday's winner of the "LUNCHTIME HOOKUP" April Howie of Donkin!!! She wins a FREE LUNCH (Maximum $25 value) for The Sandbar Restaurant & Lounge!!! Enter for your chance to win here: https://www.giant1019.com/lunchtime-hookup/

101.9 The GIANT 22.12.2019

I had to share this...lol What a great way to get a message across!!! Happy Holidays to the Cape Breton Regional Police!!!

101.9 The GIANT 05.12.2019

Classes are cancelled for schools NORTH OF SMOKEY, BADDECK ACADEMY/ MIDDLE RIVER SCHOOL and RANKIN SCHOOL of the NARROWS!!!

101.9 The GIANT 21.11.2019

Pop up COVID testing in the CBRM.

101.9 The GIANT 14.11.2019

So, I've seen a lot of people posting these for sale, but my question is...how do you say it??? I've always called them 'fatayas', but I see other name for them. What do you call'em?... a) Fatayas b) Fatayers c) Fatyres d) Flatayers e) Something else :)

101.9 The GIANT 26.10.2019

Congratulations to all our winners with the "We Have The Sweetest...?" contest with Ganong! Lynn McNeil, Sarah Walsh, Donna Crane, Elisha Aucoin and Michelle Bidart! And, congrats to our Grand Prize Winner, Harland Fraser!... Enjoy your delicious gift pack, from Ganong!

101.9 The GIANT 23.10.2019

The vaccine has landed in NS!

101.9 The GIANT 12.10.2019

Tuesday's winner of the "LUNCHTIME HOOKUP" is Julie Gould from Eskasoni!!! She wins a FREE LUNCH (Maximum $25 value) from The Sandbar Restaurant & Lounge!!! Enter for your chance to win here: https://www.giant1019.com/lunchtime-hookup/

101.9 The GIANT 22.09.2019

Classes are cancelled for schools NORTH OF SMOKEY!!!

101.9 The GIANT 15.09.2019

I have noticed a lot of people are baking for the holiday season. What's your favorite holiday treat? Mine is shortbreads...show me some pics of your Christmas baking!!!

101.9 The GIANT 09.09.2019

5 new cases today, none in the Eastern Zone.

101.9 The GIANT 26.08.2019

Congratulations to our Monday "LUNCHTIME HOOKUP" winner Taylor Strong from Tower Road!!! She wins a FREE LUNCH (Maximum $25 value) for The Sandbar Restaurant & Lounge... drop by and try this Week's Poutine... The @islandsauceco Highlander Honey BBQ Pulled Pork.. #52WeeksOfPoutine Enter for your chance to win here: https://www.giant1019.com/lunchtime-hookup/

101.9 The GIANT 11.08.2019

Congrats to this weeks winner in the Cape Breton Minor Hockey Partners Even Split Draw! Wow! Extra draws next week! Get your tickets!

101.9 The GIANT 30.07.2019

We had to do things differently this year due to COVID, but thanks to Montana's BBQ and the Cape Breton Credit Union, our 6th annual Families for Families event was a huge success! Thanks to everyone for dropping by and making a donation, whether it was food, toys or money! And thanks to the Sydney Kinsmen for making Christmas so much better for local families!

101.9 The GIANT 28.07.2019

Last week's draw in the Cape Breton Minor Hockey Partners Even Split Draw was over $44,000! Don't miss out! Get your tickets today for Sunday's draw! Details at www.giant1019.com!

101.9 The GIANT 23.07.2019

Congratulations to Michelle Bidart, our Friday winner from Ganong Michelle wrote this: We have the sweetest... group of students in my class. I teach grade 4 at Jubilee Elementary and I love going to work each day. They are kind, caring, and full of holiday spirit. I know it isn't easy for them to wear their masks every day, but they know it is for everyone's safety, so there are no complaints. I appreciate all the hard work they do! Awesome!... Enjoy! AND....The Grand Prize winner of the $250 Prize Pack is Harland Fraser! Thanks to all entrants! And congrats to our winners!

101.9 The GIANT 17.07.2019

Extended Holiday break for students.

101.9 The GIANT 11.07.2019

Congratulations to Friday's's winner of the "LUNCHTIME HOOKUP" Renee Nicholson from Sydney!!! She wins a FREE LUNCH (Maximum $25 value) for The Sandbar Restaurant & Lounge!!! Enter for your chance to win here: https://www.giant1019.com/lunchtime-hookup/

101.9 The GIANT 22.06.2019

Congrats to Elisha Aucoin, today's winner with "We Have The Sweetest...?" with Ganong! Here's her entry: We have the sweetest grandmother. At the age of 88 this woman is still young at heart. She plays with her great grandchildren like she herself was still a child. She is the first to sit on the 4-wheeler or go cart with her 8 year old great grandson to go for a drive. She also loves to rock her newborn great granddaughter to sleep. These moments are precious and very much ...appreciated. Not to mention, this woman still lives on her own. She is the absolute best grandmother & great grandmother. We love her dearly. Another winner on Friday, and the Grand Prize draw! Enter now at www.giant1019.com

101.9 The GIANT 16.06.2019

Only 4 new cases today, but one in the Eastern Zone.

101.9 The GIANT 03.06.2019

Congratulations to Thursday's winner of the "LUNCHTIME HOOKUP" is Monica Pyke from Albert Bridge!!! She wins a FREE LUNCH (Maximum $25 value) for The Sandbar Restaurant & Lounge!!! Enter for your chance to win here: https://www.giant1019.com/lunchtime-hookup/

101.9 The GIANT 01.06.2019

Congratulations to Preston MacRae, this weeks AA Munro Insurance Little Giant! For a while now, Preston has been volunteering with his grandfather delivering with Meals on Wheels! In fact, right after this picture was taken, Preston hopped in a car to help deliver more! Awesome job, Preston!... As a Little Giant, he receives a certificate, $250 for him AND $250 for the charity of his choice! If you know a youth that is giving back to our community, we want to hear from you! Enter at https://www.giant1019.com/aa-munros-little-giants/ A big thanks to AA Munro Insurance and Wawanesa Insurance

101.9 The GIANT 23.05.2019

6 new cases today, none reported here in the Eastern Zone.

101.9 The GIANT 12.05.2019

Congratulations to Wednesday's winner of the "LUNCHTIME HOOKUP" is Paige Wadden!!! She wins a FREE LUNCH (Maximum $25 value) for The Sandbar Restaurant & Lounge!!! Enter for your chance to win here: https://www.giant1019.com/lunchtime-hookup/

101.9 The GIANT 26.04.2019

I'm receiving reports this morning of an accident by the Tim Horton's in Baddeck and traffic is backed up on the 105.