[chris_erl]

What we as Hamiltonians need to do, is invest in our own radio stations, newspapers and television stations. Communities from across the city should look to starting volunteer-run newspapers for their neighbourhoods and community radio stations that would service larger communities.

Starting a radio station, for example, could be a project in community building. Multiple community associations could come together, raise money by holding fundraisers or asking for donations from local businesses. They could then go to our many local high schools, to Mohawk or to Mac and recruit budding on air and behind-the-scenes personalities to host shows, mix tracks and gather news stories for the station. These stations could highlight local talent by having local bands and artists showcase their stylings on air, which could help them land their first big break!

If we can't find any quality media in this city, then we should be creating it ourselves! And if not going so far as to start our own stations or papers, then supporting the Hamiltonians who have already taken the initiative like Ryan and RTH or Kevin McKay and the Mayday team.

Hope is not lost for media in Hamilton!