IIRC AM radio waves are best captured by a loop antenna; whereas FM and TV signals don't- which is why you can use a series of coat hangers to improve FM signal reception.
What you might want to try is using an old stereo amp/tuner that has the AM antenna inputs, then even using a length of speaker wire in a loop going outside and even up into a tree or something.
I haven't tried this myself, but I think it would help with the reception. Other options, have you tried the Source or Radio Shack in the States? If checking with the Source, try calling an out of town location like Okotoks or Strathmore where they would be more likely to carry antennas and sell them.
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