Digital modes like FT8 now dominate amateur radio with 5:1 QSO ratios over CW and SSB. Explore why hams are migrating to digital, what we're losing, and whether traditional modes will survive. A veteran operator's honest perspective on the digital revolution transforming ham radio across Canada and worldwide.
Is Digital The New King Of Ham Radio? FT8 vs CW and SSB in 2026
Is The World Wide Award A Ham Radio Contest?
World Wide Award (WWA) challenges traditional ham radio contest definitions. Explore this twice-yearly global event's unique activator/hunter format and real-time scoring system.
World Wide Award Controversy: Ham Radio Operators Debate WWA Benefits vs Problems
Is the WWA good for amateur radio? Explore the heated debate over the World Wide Award, from band congestion and commercialization concerns to daily operating lessons. A VE9CF perspective on the most controversial ham radio event.
How Parks on the Air Prepared Me (Sort Of) for the Mayhem of Global Competition
After 2 years of POTA activations with 15-station pileups, I entered the 2026 World Wide Award event completely unprepared. Discover how amateur radio contests differ from Parks on the Air, managing massive 100-station pileups, dealing with international accents, and why your POTA skills are just the beginning. Essential lessons for ham radio operators transitioning from park activations to major DX contests and worldwide events.
Do You Need the /QRP Suffix?
Is the /QRP suffix necessary for ham radio? Discover why I skip the extra characters, the ISED regulations for Canadians, and why low-power stations should battle it out.
Why "Contact" Isn’t Always the Right Call
Master ham radio etiquette with our guide on using "Contact" correctly. Learn why you should never use it to answer a CQ and how to keep the Canadian airwaves efficient and professional.
Moving On From POTA: My Next Portable Ham Radio Adventure
POTA was great, but after two years it's time for something new. Join me as I leave organized ham radio programmes to pursue experimental portable operations.
New Ham Radio Portable Program In New Brunswick: NB Military Historical Sites
Discover New Brunswick's portable ham radio program at military historical sites. Connect with amateur radio operators, explore NB's military heritage, and participate in field operations across the province.
Wake-Up Call for Parks On The Air
Virginia Wildlife Area Closures: A Wake-Up Call for Parks On The Air? Could POTA's runaway success become its own worst enemy? The recent closures of […]