Our Board of Directors is 74 members strong, with elected representatives from coast to coast to coast. They give local priorities a voice at the national level. Eligible member municipal leaders are invited to get involved.
In conjunction with FCM’s Annual Conference, FCM members participate in a democratic process to elect the Board of Directors. Members vote for table officers as well as directors and will be invited to ratify the nominees at the AGM in accordance with the Canada Not-for-Profit Corporations Act.
Changes to the election cycle
Following an update to the FCM by-laws (article 3.00) in 2024, this year’s elections will complete the transition to staggered two-year terms for board directors. Therefore, when voting this year:
The Prairies and Territories and Quebec regions will vote for directors to serve a two-year term, ending in 2028.
Newfoundland and Labradorwill hold a by‑election to elect one (1) director to complete the remainder of the two‑year term ending in 2027. However, all other Atlantic provinces, British Columbia and Ontario will not be voting for directors in 2026 due to the cycle change.
Note: these changes only apply to directors; table officers will continue to serve one-year terms.
Table officers election, June 7 Vote to elect FCM’s President, the First, Second and Third Vice-Presidents, if seats are contested.
Directors election, June 7 Provinces from the Prairies and Territories region and Quebec will vote for directors to serve a two-year term, ending in 2028. A by‑election for Newfoundland and Labrador will be held to elect one (1) director to complete the remainder of the two‑year term ending in 2027.
As usual, Territories and New Brunswick do not participate in the director elections. Their provincial and territorial associations (PTAs) nominate representatives whose names are put forward for ratification at the AGM.
Annual General Meeting, June 7 Accredited delegates are invited to ratify the election winners and nominees. The results are made available live. A link to AGM documents will be shared by May 17.
We look forward to offering you an innovative, and engaging conference and election process.
Non-Board Committee Members: The process to apply as a non-board committee member usually opens following the AGM in June. Please watch this page for additional information.
Register for the conference and vote
Only accredited representatives—FCM members who attend the Annual Conference—may participate in the elections process and AGM. Find out whether you’re eligible, how to register and how to vote.
Who’s running to represent you this year? Read their bios, watch videos and attend events to learn more about the Table Officer and Director candidates.
The Chief Elections Officer is responsible for the fair and proper conduct of elections and will ensure the Board and Officer election processes are carried out in accordance with FCM’s Bylaws and approved policy.
Anik Génier, Director of Governance and Strategic Operations can be reached atelections@fcm.ca.
