Elias Makos Joins CJAD 800 and CTV Montreal

MONTRÉAL (December 17, 2018) – CJAD 800 and CTV Montreal announced today that Elias Makos has joined the stations as a host and analyst. A lifelong Montrealer with more than a decade of experience as a journalist and commentator, Makos returns to Bell Media to begin his new roles on Dec. 31. In addition to contributing regular analysis to CTV Montreal newscasts, Makos becomes the new host of CJAD 800’s popular weekday 9 a.m. to 12 noon ET show. The program features breaking news, interviews, debate, and listener interaction. “CJAD 800 and CTV Montreal are part of the fabric of our city and have been home to some of the best broadcasters in the country,” said Makos. “I’m excited to join a great team and to connect with Montrealers about the issues that matter to them.” “Elias has very impressive journalistic instincts, tackling stories in an original, informative, and entertaining way,” said Chris Bury, Program and News Director, CJAD 800. “He and his team will produce a show that is thought-provoking and relevant to our listeners.” “Elias has encyclopedic knowledge of the digital space and is an expert at tracking major stories as they unfold online,” said Jed Kahane, News Director, CTV Montreal. “He will be an excellent addition to our newscasts, providing CTV Montreal viewers with unique insight on the biggest stories of the day.” Makos takes over CJAD 800’s mid-morning timeslot from Leslie Roberts, who recently announced he will depart the station at the end of the year. Since 2013, Makos has served as New Media Host for BREAKFAST TELEVISION MONTREAL, keeping viewers up-to-date with trending topics across the technology and social media space. Previously, he spent six years as a regular contributor to CTV Montreal, appearing as the station’s Technology and Trends columnist and as a freelance reporter. He also made regular contributions to CTV News Channel’s EXPRESS. Makos also served as a regular contributor to CBC Montreal’s HOMERUN radio show and for CBC radio’s national syndication service. Makos is a graduate of Concordia University’s journalism program. CJAD 800 delivers breaking news, weather, traffic, and insightful commentary on the top stories and issues that matter most to Montrealers. Listeners across the country can tune in to CJAD 800 through the iHeartRadio Canada app. CTV Montreal is the city’s most-watched English-language station and the most-trusted destination for comprehensive daily news coverage.