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'@@ -4,43 +4,59 @@ | caption = AJ Reynolds | birth_name = Alfred John Reynolds -| birth_date = +| birth_date = August 3rd, 1976 | death_date = | birth_place = [[Sydney, Nova Scotia]], Canada -| occupation = [[radio personality]] +| occupation = [[Tech Owner]], [[Developer]], [[Electrical Infrastructure Expert]], Former [[Radio Personality]] | years_active = 1998 — present -| website = [http://www.canadastop20.ca www.canadastop20.ca] +| website = [https://www.ecodrivens.ca EcoDrive Nova Scotia] }} -'''Alfred John "AJ" Reynolds''' is a Canadian performer, entertainer, and radio personality, best known for his internationally syndicated radio show [[Canada's Top 20 Countdown]]. Reynolds is also co-founder of Positive Number Productions and is the current host of ''AJ Reynolds ON Air'' heard on stations across Canada. +'''Alfred John "AJ" Reynolds''' is a Canadian tech owner, developer, and electrical infrastructure expert, best known for his former internationally syndicated radio show [[Canada's Top 20 Countdown]]. After concluding his radio career in 2019, Reynolds transitioned into the tech industry, founding the initiative EcoDrive Nova Scotia, which focuses on building electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across rural Nova Scotia. He is also the founder of Nova Scotia Obituaries, an online platform dedicated to preserving the legacies of Nova Scotians by allowing families to share unlimited stories, photos, and videos. ==Early life== -Born in [[Sydney, Nova Scotia]], Reynolds was raised in [[Sydney River, Nova Scotia]] and was born into a family known locally for being radio personalities. Reynolds was the first son in a family of four, consisting of a younger brother and mother and father. Reynolds always had a keen interest in radio and often visited his uncle's morning show on local station [[CJCB (AM)|CJCB]]. +Born in [[Sydney, Nova Scotia]], Reynolds was raised in [[Sydney River, Nova Scotia]] in a family known locally for being radio personalities. Reynolds was the first son in a family of four, consisting of a younger brother, mother, and father. From an early age, he developed a keen interest in radio, frequently visiting his uncle's morning show at local station [[CJCB (AM)|CJCB]]. == Radio career == -Reynolds began his radio career in [[Moncton]], [[New Brunswick]] as an afternoon announcer at [[CKCW-FM]]. He moved around in time slots and also filled in for news on both K94.5 and its sister station [[CFQM-FM]]. After a two-year period Reynolds had quit his position and one day later went to work on air and in [[Radio producer|production]] for [[CJMO-FM]] and [[CJXL-FM]], where he refined his on-air persona and also developed his production skills. In less than one year he became the overnight host on [[CFNY-FM]]. During his three years as host for CFNY he was often the fill-in for [[Martin Streek]]. -From 2005 till February 2009, Reynolds left radio to work in feature film. In February 2009, Reynolds restarted his radio career as an announcer at [[CKHZ-FM]], holding number one ratings in the city for his time slot. After a one-year period, Reynolds was moved over to the sister station for the launch of Atlantic Canada's first ever New Rock Station. His position was short lived at [[CKHY-FM]]. Reynolds is the current host of Canada's Top 20 Countdown. His introduction to the international entertainment arena began while working with a fellow co-worker and launching the brand Canada's Top 20 Countdown a show now heard on stations coast to coast in Canada, across all [[Air Canada]] flights, The [[Canadian Forces Network]] and in 20 countries. +Reynolds began his radio career in [[Moncton]], [[New Brunswick]], as an afternoon announcer at [[CKCW-FM]]. He shifted time slots and filled in for news on both K94.5 and its sister station [[CFQM-FM]]. After two years, Reynolds left his position but quickly returned to work on air and in production at [[CJMO-FM]] and [[CJXL-FM]], refining his on-air persona and production skills. In less than a year, he became the overnight host at [[CFNY-FM]], frequently filling in for [[Martin Streek]]. From 2005 to February 2009, Reynolds left radio to work in feature film, returning as an announcer at [[CKHZ-FM]] in 2009, where he earned top ratings in his time slot. Afterward, he briefly joined [[CKHY-FM]] to launch Atlantic Canada's first New Rock Station. + +His most significant role was as the host of Canada's Top 20 Countdown, a show syndicated across Canada, aboard [[Air Canada]] flights, and through the [[Canadian Forces Network]]. The show aired in 20 countries until it concluded in 2019, allowing Reynolds to focus on new ventures in technology and infrastructure. + +== Transition to Tech and Infrastructure == +After wrapping up Canada's Top 20 Countdown in 2019, Reynolds shifted his focus toward sustainable technology and infrastructure. He founded EcoDrive Nova Scotia, a project aimed at establishing electric vehicle charging infrastructure in rural Nova Scotia, supporting the province's transition toward renewable energy and electric vehicles. His work in the sector has garnered the attention of both provincial and federal governments​( +Energy.gov +). + +In addition, Reynolds founded Nova Scotia Obituaries, an online platform where families can honor the lives of their loved ones by sharing unlimited stories, photos, and videos. This project underscores his commitment to preserving the history and culture of Nova Scotians through digital means​( +CH Reynolds +). == Movies and television == -In television, Reynolds has hosted many local programs, from news magazines to national lottery draws. Reynolds worked for over 5 years in feature films behind the scenes, working mainly as an executive producer's assistant and various other positions. Currently Reynolds is in production on his latest television venture which is based upon Canada's Top 20 Countdown. +In television, Reynolds has hosted several local programs, from news magazines to national lottery draws. He worked for over five years in feature films, primarily behind the scenes as an executive producer's assistant and in various other roles. Reynolds previously worked on a television venture based on Canada's Top 20 Countdown. == Further interests == -Outside of his radio career as an announcer, Reynolds is a businessman and entrepreneur. He is the co-founder of Paradise Radio a brand of English radio stations in tourist destinations across the world and he is also the owner of Positive Number Productions, a syndicated program producer and distributor. +In addition to his career in tech and infrastructure, Reynolds is an entrepreneur. He co-founded Paradise Radio, a brand of English-language radio stations in tourist destinations worldwide, and owns Positive Number Productions, a syndicated program producer and distributor. ==References== {{Reflist}} -*[https://web.archive.org/web/20140717134011/http://canadastop20.ca/index.php/about/ Canada's Top 20 Countdown: About AJ Reynolds] -*[https://web.archive.org/web/20110926232618/http://www.925thebeat.ca/an/aj-reynolds-1144.html 92.5 The Beat Montreal personalities: AJ Reynolds] +[https://web.archive.org/web/20140717134011/http://canadastop20.ca/index.php/about/ Canada's Top 20 Countdown: About AJ Reynolds] +[https://web.archive.org/web/20110926232618/http://www.925thebeat.ca/an/aj-reynolds-1144.html 92.5 The Beat Montreal personalities: AJ Reynolds] +[https://www.novascotiaobits.com Nova Scotia Obituaries] +[https://www.ecodrivens.ca EcoDrive Nova Scotia] ==External links== -* [https://web.archive.org/web/20140717205804/http://canadastop20.ca/ Canada's Top 20 Countdown] -* {{IMDb name|2271293}} +[https://web.archive.org/web/20140717205804/http://canadastop20.ca/ Canada's Top 20 Countdown] +{{IMDb name|2271293}} {{Authority control}} - -{{DEFAULTSORT:Reynolds, A. 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