Simultaneously, the CRTC agreed to review its policy on religious broadcasting. Subsequent hearings in Ottawa and Winnipeg resulted in the CRTC issuing a new Religious Broadcast Policy in June 1993. Victory submitted an application for a full-power Christian broadcast license that September, finally receiving a seven year licence for the new venture on April 4, 1995. We believe the Christian faith has to be put out in the marketplace where people live their daily lives. Dewert says that preachers in an electronic world must use electronic means to get their message across.
Television has a tremendous impact on our society.
We would be foolish not to take full advantage of this opportunity that God has given us. The gospel has the power to change lives, and it is critical that we do whatever we can to share God's message with as many people as possible. When you consider the numerous hours the average Canadian spends in front of the television you realize that it is by far the most effective method to reach the masses at present. Another point that CJIL employees are quick to emphasize is the interdenominational aspect of the station. Rev. Dewert stresses the station operates for the benefit of all Christian churches in the viewing area.