98.5 FM Montréal
Montreal's premier French-language talk radio station featuring Paul Arcand and comprehensive coverage of Quebec and Montreal news
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About 98.5 FM Montréal
98.5 FM Montréal is Quebec’s leading French-language talk radio station, owned by Cogeco Media. With its entirely spoken format, 98.5 FM engages listeners through diverse and current topics as well as quality analysis and interviews.
Featured Programming
Paul Arcand Morning Show
- Quebec’s most listened-to morning radio program
- In-depth news analysis and political commentary
- Influential interviews with major political and business figures
- Comprehensive press reviews
L’effet Lavallée
- Mid-morning talk show with Marie-Claude Lavallée
- Social issues and lifestyle topics
- Interactive listener participation
Le midi avec Denis Lévesque
- Lunch-hour current affairs program
- Political analysis and breaking news
- Expert interviews and commentary
Le Québec maintenant
- Afternoon drive show with Élisabeth Crête
- Quebec and Montreal-focused content
- Sports updates and cultural coverage
News and Information
98.5 FM provides comprehensive coverage of:
- Quebec provincial politics and government
- Montreal municipal affairs
- Canadian federal politics
- Economic and business news
- Cultural events and entertainment
- Sports coverage including Canadiens and Alouettes
Digital Content
The station offers extensive digital content including:
- Podcasts of major interviews and segments
- Live streaming on website and mobile app
- Social media engagement and interaction
- Breaking news updates
Community Impact
98.5 FM plays a significant role in Quebec’s media landscape:
- Setting the daily news agenda in Quebec
- Influential political commentary and analysis
- Platform for major announcements and debates
- Community event coverage and promotion
As Montreal’s most influential talk radio station, 98.5 FM serves as a vital source of information and debate for francophone Quebecers, covering everything from local municipal issues to major provincial and federal political developments.