Sam Watts of the Welcome Hall Mission and James Hughes of the Old Brewery Mission shine light on people who make a difference in society. On this Best-of episode, Ugo Dionne, a volunteer in Montreal's business/corporate community and Olivier Fitzpatrick, a young caregiver who helps families manage the effects of mental illness.

Sam Watts of the Welcome Hall Mission and James Hughes of the Old Brewery Mission shine light on people who make a difference in society. On this Best-of episode, Ugo Dionne, a volunteer in Montreal's business/corporate community and Olivier Fitzpatrick, a young caregiver who helps families manage the effects of mental illness.

The latest audio and podcasts from CJAD 800 Montreal.

The latest audio and podcasts from CJAD 800 Montreal.

CJAD 800 - The Latest Audio and Podcasts

Hosted by Sam Watts, the show features stories, interviews and listener interaction that aims to identify people and organizations doing good work in our community.  There are so many great stories, wonderful people and iconic institutions that provide a variety of community services and activities.  We shine a light on them and provide a forum for listeners to learn about them.  People serving people – sometimes unseen, we celebrate them on this show. 

Hosted by Sam Watts, the show features stories, interviews and listener interaction that aims to identify people and organizations doing good work in our community.&nbsp; There are so many great stories, wonderful people and iconic institutions that provide a variety of community services and activities.&nbsp; We shine a light on them and provide a forum for listeners to learn about them.&nbsp; People serving people &ndash; sometimes unseen, we celebrate them on this show.&nbsp;

Hosted by James Hughes and Sam Watts, the show features stories, interviews and listener interaction that aims to identify people and organizations doing good work in our community. 

Difference Makers

News and views from Quebec's leading English Newstalk radio station.

News and views from Quebec's leading English Newstalk radio station.

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Best of Difference Makers: Episode 46

The 23rd edition of the Caring for Kids Radiothon will be held on August 20, 2026! The Caring for Kids Radiothon gives you a glimpse of life at the Children’s, as young patients and their families share personal stories of how their lives have been touched by the exceptional care of the hospital’s dedicated staff. 

Broadcast live on Bell Media’s CJAD 800, 95.9 Virgin Radio and CHOM 97.7, since 2004, the Caring for Kids Radiothon has raised over $32.5 million to meet the Hospital’s most urgent needs.

The 23rd edition of the Caring for Kids Radiothon will be held on August 20, 2026! The Caring for Kids Radiothon gives you a glimpse of life at the Children&rsquo;s, as young patients and their families share personal stories of how their lives have been touched by the exceptional care of the hospital&rsquo;s dedicated staff.&nbsp;
Broadcast live on Bell Media&rsquo;s CJAD 800, 95.9 Virgin Radio and CHOM 97.7, since 2004, the&nbsp;Caring for Kids&nbsp;Radiothon has raised over $32.5 million to meet the Hospital&rsquo;s most urgent needs.

The Caring for Kids Radiothon is Aug. 20, 2026

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Best of Difference Makers: Episode 46

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