100.3 The Q

CKKQ 100.3 "The Q" (Victoria, BC) has been a pillar of Vancouver Island's rock scene for decades, and it's not hard to hear why. The station's programming dives deep into the rock spectrum, from the raw energy of 90s grunge icons like Pearl Jam to the infectious hooks of pop-punk bands that dominated the early 2000s. You won't find endless chatter here; it's almost all music, with presenters who know their stuff and don't just read off a teleprompter. They clearly have an opinion on the music they play, often dropping in historical context or personal anecdotes. It’s the kind of rock radio Can…