Campus radio stations across Canada, including 101.5 UMFM at the University of Manitoba, are facing significant financial challenges that threaten their existence. The situation has become more dire with the recent cessation of live broadcasts at CHUO 89.1 FM in Ottawa and funding cuts for CMHR at Memorial University of Newfoundland. Students like Avery Nicpon, a first-year civil engineering student, rely on these stations for creative expression and community engagement. Station manager Jared McKetiak expressed concerns about the future, noting that declining university enrollment and optional student levies are impacting funding. The National Campus and Community Radio Association (NCRA) is advocating for a $30 million annual federal commitment to support these stations, which currently receive no stable government funding. As part of their efforts, UMFM is preparing for its annual Pledge-O-Rama fundraiser, aiming to raise about 17% of its annual operating budget. The future of community-oriented broadcasting in Canada hangs in the balance as stations seek to secure their place in the media landscape.