Wednesday, April 16, 2025
FCM calls on federal political parties to focus on Canadians’ priorities
In the run-up to the next election, the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) has drawn up a portrait of the mood of the state of…
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Canada expanding Markham District Energy’s affordable, low-carbon energy network
To expand the world’s largest wastewater energy transfer facility so more residents and businesses can benefit from affordable, low-carbon energy, the federal government announced an…
Credit Valley Conservation celebrates completion of smart blue roof
The Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) celebrated the construction completion and commissioning of its new smart blue roof. CVC’s smart blue roof is Canada’s first International…
FCM and Canada support innovative green transportation initiatives in Quebec
Natural Resources Canada and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), announced an investment of more than $1 million through the Green Municipal Fund (GMF) for six transportation projects in…
Quebec communities receive support for stronger asset management practices
The Government of Canada is investing over $207,000 in five Quebec communities through the Municipal Asset Management Program (MAMP), delivered by the Federation of Canadian…
FCM elects new president, board of directors
The members of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) elected a new president and board of directors during its first-ever virtual annual general meeting due…
GMF report highlights municipal initiatives, new offerings
The newest edition of the Green Municipal Fund (GMF) annual report, “Thriving in our 20th year,” explores the social, economic and environmental impacts that GMF-funded…
New support for asset management in Alberta
The Government of Canada is investing in three new projects in Alberta communities through the Municipal Asset Management Program (MAMP), which is delivered by the…
FCM releases guide to help modify city streets during pandemic
As urban cores across the country continue responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) released a new guide to help modify…
FCM and ICLEI report on municipal projects to reduce GHG emissions
The 2019 National Measures Report showcases how members of the Partners for Climate Protection (PCP) program are committed to climate action at the local level,…
Report warns of risks to Ontario infrastructure in post-pandemic recovery
Employment and tax revenues will take a staggering hit over the next decade unless governments work together to support municipal infrastructure investments, according to a…
Green Municipal Fund turns 20
The Green Municipal Fund (GMF), managed by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), is celebrating 20 years of financial support for communities across Canada. “GMF…
Forty-two projects receive support through FCM funding
The Government of Canada and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) announced funding for 42 new initiatives in communities across Canada through FCM’s Green Municipal…
FCM launches Phase 2 of MAMP program
The Government of Canada and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) have announced new training opportunities to help local governments across the country optimize asset…
Municipalities receive infrastructure funds through FCM programs
The federal government and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) have announced funding for 72 initiatives in communities across Canada through three funding programs: the…
FCM Leadership in Asset Management Program (LAMP)
What happens when you bring 12 municipalities of varying sizes and experience together, in one room, to work towards the common goal of integrating sustainability…