Jim Nowell

CJNU Announcer

I came from a musical family. My Dad played piano, entertaining us with music that spanned the decades. My aunt was an organist and ran a music store. My sister, Mary, sang on CBC TV in the 60s and 70s. I married into a musical family as well.

I spent many hours attending rehearsals and performances at the CBC and at the Hollow Mug where my wife Carol sang. Needless to say, I heard lots of great music. CJNU is my first experience in front of the microphone thanks to Don Milne who invited me to the studio, and I am enjoying the opportunity to select and play some of my favorites.

I worked for 34 years in the Winnipeg School Division, as a geography teacher, resource teacher and librarian. I drew on my flying experience to run flight workshops for students, and I continue it into retirement.

I have had a lifelong interest in steam powered equipment. I operate steam traction engines and locomotives and instruct in steam schools in the United States. I am part of the crew restoring the Prairie Dog Central Railway Locomotive #3. I am currently the President of the Steam Association of Manitoba. I also help out at the Assiniboine Valley Railway, where we give rides to many families over the Christmas holidays.

Now Carol and I are proud grandparents and enjoy every opportunity to be with our grandchildren.