About

CHIN Radio 91.9 FM (CHIN-1-FM) is a multicultural station in Toronto, broadcasting at 91.9 FM as an FM repeater of the flagship CHIN 1540 AM. Part of CHIN Radio/TV International, it was founded in 1966 by Johnny Lombardi, widely recognized as a pioneer in ethnic broadcasting. The station delivers programming in dozens of languages, reflecting the city’s diverse cultural fabric. Its schedule blends music, news, cultural features, and community-focused segments, designed to serve specific ethnic groups. Content includes Italian shows, a strong South Asian presence with Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu programming, as well as Chinese broadcasts in Cantonese and Mandarin.
By offering daily programs that celebrate heritage and connect communities, CHIN Radio 91.9 FM continues to stand as a vital voice for Toronto’s multicultural audiences.

Slogan: "International Radio"

First air date: June 6, 1966

Call sign: CHIN-1-FM

Owner: CHIN Radio/TV International

Broadcast area Greater Toronto

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Shows

  • South Asian South Asian Mon - Sun 00:00 - 05:00 / Mon - Fri 12:00 - 00:00 / Sat 13:00 - 22:00 / Sun 13:00 - 00:00
  • Spanish Spanish Mon - Fri 05:00 - 07:00 / Sat 07:00 - 13:00, 22:00 - 00:00 / Sun 10:00 - 13:00
  • Italian Italian Mon - Fri 07:00 - 11:00
  • Jewish Jewish Mon - Fri 11:00 - 12:00
  • Malayalam Malayalam Sun 07:00 - 10:00
  • International Hits International Hits Sat - Sun 05:00 - 07:00

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