CHES-FM

CHES-FM is a Canadian radio station broadcasting at 98.5 FM in Brantford, Ontario. The station is owned and operated by Rogers Sports & Media and broadcasts a country music format branded as "Country 98.5". CHES-FM's studios are located on West Street in Brantford, and its transmitter is located near Newport. The station has been broadcasting country music since its inception. The call letters "CHES" originally stood for "City of Hamilton Entertainment System," reflecting the station's early history and connection to Hamilton, Ontario, before its move and focus on the Brantford market. The station is a popular source for local news, weather, and community events in addition to its music programming.