A Google maps photo of the Stingray operation in Lloydminster, Alta. (Google.com)

By battlefordsNOW Staff

Off the air

TV station in Lloydminster shuts down permanently

May 13, 2025 | 3:12 PM

Stingray media’s only conventional television properties, CITL/CKSA TV were officially shut down Tuesday.

In a press release on the company’s website, Stingray said the Lloydminster, Alta based TV media outlet has operated under ‘increasingly challenging economic conditions, which have greatly deteriorated over the last six years.’

The release went on to say, “During that time, viewership has substantially decreased, and revenues have dropped by more than half. Despite cost-containment strategies, the expense of producing local television in a market the size of Lloydminster has resulted in significant losses, making the continued operation of the Lloydminster TV stations unsustainable.”

Stingray said contributions from programs like the ILNF, Distant and DTH 4+1 Signal have reduced, and while there has been promise of more support for conventional television through ILNF with the Online Streaming Act, to date, it has been minimal.

“This difficult decision to cease our television operations in Lloydminster was made after prolonged consideration and thorough exploration of alternative possibilities for the properties, including ownership transfer to other broadcasters,” said Steve Jones, President of Stingray Radio. “We wish to recognize the dedication and perseverance of the staff of CITL/CKSA whose commitment and passion for television have informed and entertained their community. We also sincerely thank our viewers, our community partners, and our advertisers.”

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A post on the CITL website said the announcement was being made with heavy hearts and ‘for decades, CITL and CKSA have been proud to serve the communities, sharing local stories, connecting neighbours, and celebrating the spirit of the region.’

This decision was not made lightly and comes after careful consideration of the evolving media landscape and the challenges facing local television broadcasting.

Stingray’s local radio stations in Lloydminster will remain open.

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