Broke and broken: Report says Canada’s public transit in critical funding state theglobeandmail.com/business/artic…

Welcome to Ottawa AMO members. Look forward to seeing you all over the next few productive days ahead. As FCM 2VP I look forward to FCM President Geoff Stewart speech Tuesday morning. Municipalities coast to coast need a new Municipal Growth Framework.

#CDNMuni only get 8 to 10 cents for every tax dollar but are responsible for 60% of Canada’s infrastructure. It simply isn’t sustainable. FCM is calling for a new Municipal Growth Framework, so #CDNMuni can continue building a better quality of life for all Canadians. Learn

. FCM President Geoff Stewart addresses #AMO2024. Says the funding model & growth framework for municipalities must be modernized. “It would unlock the full potential of our municipalities.” Additionally, municipalities need more support to address the housing crisis.

President of FCM Geoff Stewart addresses the #AMO2024 AMO conference in Ottawa. “Once again we are calling on the Federal Government to commit before the next fall economic statement to initiate a conversation with all orders of government to negotiate a New

Canadians are facing an affordability crisis, and local leaders know that the need for predictable and adequate funding for #CDNMuni to tackle this and other pressing issues grows more urgent every day. FCM will keep pushing for a new Municipal Growth Framework. That's the

My thanks to @AMO_Policy for having me at #AMO2024 today. Local leaders in Ontario are working hard to address today’s most pressing issues – but they need adequate support from all orders of government to deliver the quality of life Ontarians deserve.  x.com/fcm_online/sta…

Markham is leading the way in building Canada’s first net-zero community – and we’re proud to support it. FCM’s @Greenmunifund and #GoC are pleased to invest $8.7 million in the development of a geothermal energy system to heat and cool 312 homes in the Berczy Glen neighborhood,

Our thanks to Councillor Colin Best for two years of thoughtful and productive leadership at the FCM Board table as AMO President. Congratulations to incoming president Robin Jones, a strong voice for municipalities of all sizes throughout Ontario. We look forward to working

Join the #PMIWILL webinar on August 27th, from 8-10 AM EDT! 🌍 We’ll discuss the mentorship guide developed to support local government associations in boosting women’s participation in local governance. Your feedback is crucial! Register now: fcm-ca.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

We’re excited to share with you our exclusive interviews from the 2024 FCM annual conference. Greg Crone sat down with community leaders from across the municipal space to learn more about the engaging work they do. municipalworld.com/fcm-podcast-se… #Podcast #FCM2024AC #LocalGov

Better public transit. More affordable housing and communities. Improved green spaces and municipal services. A higher quality of life. That’s the future we could have with a new Municipal Growth Framework. More about our push to help address our most pressing national

Canada's Infrastructure is "In Dire Condition": Federation of Canadian Municipalities Theresa Skubic speaks with Geoff Stewart, President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities. FCM #forumdailyca To watch the full program, visit our website here:

Across the country, Canadians are struggling amid an affordability crisis and climbing cost of living. By modernizing how #CDNMuni are funded, we have an opportunity to give families a boost in their quality of life with better municipal infrastructure and services. Learn how:

Municipalities are tackling 21st century problems with 19th century tools. That’s why FCM is pushing for a new Municipal Growth Framework to help address our most pressing national challenges. Learn more: fcm.ca/en/resources/m…

A collaboration led by Georgian Bay Biosphere holds helpful lessons on how #CDNmuni and Indigenous leaders can work together toward their shared climate goals. Learn more: pcp-ppc.ca/resources/in-e…

The current municipal funding system in Canada simply isn’t fit for our growing communities – and the proof is in the pipes. cbc.ca/news/canada/wa… #CDNMuni are responsible for 60% of public infrastructure, like water and wastewater systems, while only receiving 8-10 cents per

Way to go Cllr Rowena Santos! 👏🏼👏🏼 FCM #cdnpoli Meet the Brampton official fighting to keep Canadian cities funded | inBrampton insauga.com/meet-the-bramp…

The leaves are turning, the school bus and PSLs are back, and there’s a crisp breeze in the air... Fall's around the corner! As federal decision makers soon start returning to Ottawa, we'll be doubling down on our efforts to highlight the crucial need for a new Municipal Growth

Through FCM's through #PMIWILL program, Councillor Randy Goulden, President of SUMA and Councillor Trish Mandewo, President of UBCM exchange advocacy strategies with women elected officials and male allies of the Local Government Association of Zambia Gender Equality Committee.