104.3 - The Breeze

Congrats to Terry and Bonnie Greenslade who are off to the Mayan Riviera!!!😎🥳✈ Brad and Deb delivered the good news this morning!!!🎉🎉🎉 #feelgoodflyaways

We have a new winner for the #feelgoodflyaway Congrats to Karen Jackson who is off to Puerto Plata!!!🎉🧳😎 Brad and Deb from #TheMorningBreeze called today to deliver the news🥳

Congrats to Nancy Nickerson. She is the latest grand prize winner of the #FeelGoodFlyaways and heading on a New England cruise! 🛳🧳😎 Brad and Deb delivered the news to her this morning!!!🎉🎉🎉

Congrats to Mechelle Bartussek who is off on an Alaskan cruise! 🚢😎🧳 Brad and Deb called her this morning to deliver the exciting news.🎉😀 Win a new destination EVERY week!!! #FeelGoodFlyaways

Congrats to Leeanne Hinse, our 2nd winner for the Breeze Feel Good Flyaways!!! Brad and Deb called her this morning to deliver the good news.😎🧳✈️

💜👩🏼🧕🏽 Inspire Inclusion is the theme behind this years International Women's Day. 👧🏿👩🏻‍🦳 💜 Today we recognize the call to come together to recognize the incredible achievements of women who have impacted our lives. Form the boardroom to the classroom, women are making their mark and changing the world for the better. Let's honour the trailblazers who have paved the way, and those leading the charge to gender equality for the future. 👩🏽‍🎓👩🏼‍💻👩🏼‍🔬🌍 🫶 Together we can continue to inspire inclusion. Happy International Women's Day from Vancouver's Relaxing Favourites 104.3 The Breeze.

Congrats to Pam Quinn who won our first trip giveaway to Punta Cana, DR with the Breeze Feel Good Flyaways! There's a new destination EVERY week. Listen this week to qualify to win a trip for 2 to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico!!!

Meet Charmaine Crooks, an five-time Olympian, icon, and a true ambassador of sport. Her achievements on the track have earned her a place in Canada's Sports Hall of Fame, while her commitment to fostering youth involvement in sports has shaped the next generation of champions. As a motivational speaker and advocate, she continues to ignite passion and drive positive change. #BlackHistoryMonth

Meet Dr. Wanda Thomas Bernard, a trailblazer in social justice and advocate for change. As a professor, senator, and champion of diversity and inclusion, she inspires action against racism and inequality. Her impactful work in community development and policy-making highlights her unwavering commitment to a fairer society. #BlackHistoryMonth

Congrats to Belinda Ferro who won a trip for 2 to Paris to see Taylor Swift this spring!!! She is bringing her niece, the biggest Swiftie around, to enjoy the sights and sounds of Paris! Brad and Deb called Belinda this morning to deliver the news😍

Owen and Frank

How adorable is this friendship between Owen and Frank. (have a listen) 🥰 Is there someone in the service or home delivery industry that YOU have Big Love for? Give them a shout out!! 😊 #GoodFeels #TheMorningBreeze

A DAY TO LISTEN 2023: TOMORROW

104.3 The Breeze is proud to participate in A DAY TO LISTEN 2023 in partnership with the Downie Wenjack Fund. Join us tomorrow from 6am-6pm, on #NDTR National Day for Truth and Reconciliation as Radio stations throughout Canada come together to celebrate the diversity of Indigenous identity with special guests and your hosts, William Prince, Aysanabee, and ShoShona Kish. For more information, visit https://adaytolisten.ca/

Buffy Sainte-Marie, a cultural and musical icon, has left an enduring impact over her six-decade career. Her powerful voice and songwriting have inspired generations of musicians, activists and educators. Breaking free from past norms and industry constraints, she debuted with the groundbreaking album “It’s My Way!” in 1964. As a self-taught musician from childhood, Buffy’s inventive guitar tunings shaped her unique sound and influenced future artists. With degrees in Oriental Philosophy and Education, she gained recognition in New York’s Greenwich Village coffee houses before soaring to international fame. An innovator in digital art and electronic music in the late 1960s and 1970s, Buffy holds fifteen honorary degrees, including a Ph.D. in Fine Art. Through her vast catalogue of songs, like “Universal Soldier”, and her advocacy for education and Indigenous rights continue to inspire resilience amid challenges, securing her status as a songwriter great. More: https://adaytolisten.ca #NDTR #ADAYTOLISTEN #DOSOMETHING Downie Wenjack Fund

Ilona Verley is a Two-Spirit artist and performer, celebrated for making waves in the realm of drag and LGBTQ+ representation. Hailing from the Nlaka’pamux Nation, Verley’s vibrant and boundary-pushing presence on the reality TV show “Canada’s Drag Race” garnered widespread attention. With a flair for combining Indigenous culture, pop culture, and stunning fashion, they challenge norms and embrace fluidity in both gender and creativity. Beyond the spotlight, Ilona is a passionate advocate for Two-Spirit visibility, mental health awareness, and Indigenous rights. Through their artistry and advocacy, Ilona Verley continues to reshape narratives, inspiring countless individuals to embrace their authentic selves and celebrate their unique journeys. More: https://adaytolisten.ca #NDTR #ADAYTOLISTEN #DOSOMETHING Downie Wenjack Fund

Jordin Tootoo made history as the first Inuk player to be drafted by the NHL. Over his 13-year career, he played for the Nashville Predators, Detroit Red Wings, New Jersey Devils, and Chicago Blackhawks, banking 161 points, including 65 goals, in 723 career games. A true leader both on and off the ice, Tootoo has since become a vocal mental health advocate dedicated to giving back to his communities. He speaks to the power of creating a culture of inspired inclusivity and explores what real teamwork looks like, both at home and work. More: Downie Wenjack Fund or https://adaytolisten.ca #NDTR #ADAYTOLISTEN #DOSOMETHING

Jared is a university student working towards becoming a teacher in remote northern communities. He has been helping to fight forest fires for 10 years all over Canada. Jared loves to speak to youth about his experiences and learning in the subject of trauma and psychology. He volunteers regularly with youth and enjoys singing and playing guitar. He works for the Anthropology department at Lakehead University and is currently training for a half marathon. Jared is the great-nephew of Chanie Wenjack, the 12-year-old boy whose death in 1966 sparked national attention and led to the first inquest into the treatment of children at residential schools. More: Downie Wenjack Fund or https://adaytolisten.ca #NDTR #ADAYTOLISTEN

Kawennison Louise Lahache is a Turtle clan woman from Kahnawake. She is a mother of four, grandmother of six, a wife, the eldest of nine siblings, and an auntie to dozens and dozens of nephews and nieces. Louise has spent most of her life working in education at the community level, on and off reserve. Most recently, Louise has retired from nearly 20 years as a college professor. She served on the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples, the Assembly of First Nations, and the National Association of Friendship Centres. Her special areas of expertise have been focused on culture, education, Indigenous languages, and Elders. Louise has a M.A. in Canadian Studies, but she believes that the most important and sacred teachings she has acquired have come through life experiences and teachings from family, community, Elders, and of course, her many years of teaching and learning with youth. For more information: https://adaytolisten.ca/ #NDTR #ADAYTOLISTEN

The Breeze 9-2-5

Want to score a quick $200? It's as easy breezy as keeping an ear out for three songs💸🤑💸 The 9-2-5 game is back on 104.3 The Breeze with Maple Leaf Self Storage Stay tuned to The Breeze during your workday and identify the three songs played at 9AM, 2PM & 5PM. 🎧 Plus, sign up to be a Breeze Member and receive the 2PM songs for the week directly in your inbox. 💻 Click the link in the bio to learn more✨

Wednesday May 10th is McHappy Day at McDonald's Canada all across the country. With the purchase of any menu item at your local McDonald's restaurant, a portion of all proceeds will go towards local children's charities and Ronald McDonald House Charities, allowing families to stay close when they need it the most. For more information on McHappy Day, visit https://www.rmhccanada.ca/

Today is #InternationalWomensDay - a day to celebrate the impact and influence women have in our society, but to also recognize the struggle women face in the fight for equality. Everyone everywhere can step forward to truly #EmbraceEquity. 💜💜💜 On behalf of our strong female Stingray family, Happy International Women's Day 💜💜💜