For 125 years, FCM members have driven real change, turning local solutions into national progress. With our united membership, municipal leaders can count on FCM to listen, understand and amplify their priorities, ensuring municipalities are empowered with the resources they need to deliver for their residents.

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What we’ve achieved

See some of the historic wins and investments FCM has secured over its 125-year history to empower cities and communities of all sizes.

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Member benefits

Discover exclusive benefits and discounts FCM’s members receive so they can continue to drive real change in communities across Canada.

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Legal Defense Fund

See how FCM intervenes in precedent-setting federal cases to defend municipal jurisdiction.

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Join now

Be part of a member-driven movement where over 2,000 local leaders shape national decisions and build stronger communities together.

What FCM does for members

  • We unite and advocate for local governments. For over 125 years, FCM has brought municipal priorities to Ottawa, shaping the national agenda and delivering tools that strengthen communities of all sizes.
  • We are powered by members. FCM’s strength and very existence stem from the leadership and collective voice of over 2,000 municipalities working together to drive real change.
  • We amplify your voice and turn your local solutions into national progress. Through FCM, local leaders shape national decisions and reinforce the organization through their collective voice. This means we secure tangible wins as we champion key issues like housing, infrastructure, climate adaptation, and public safety.
  • We provide funding, programs, and resources that empower you to succeed. This includes capacity-building initiatives like the Green Municipal Fund.
  • We connect local leaders with peers, federal officials, and industry experts. You can find one-of-a-kind networking opportunities our world-class events like our Annual Conference and Trade Show.
  • We deliver exclusive member benefits. This includes discounts, preferred event rates for our Annual Conference and Trade Show, direct access to FCM staff, and opportunities to shape national conversations by joining our Board of Directors.
  • We defend municipal interests. Through our Legal Defense Fund, we intervene in precedent-setting federal cases to protect municipal jurisdiction.
     

Learn more about what FCM does and the impact it has had for its members across Canada.

Questions about FCM membership?

Contact our membership team for more information.

See our focus areas

Learn how FCM is working with municipalities of all sizes to tackle pressing local, national, and global challenges.

Looking for funding opportunities?

We may be able to fund part of your innovative, sustainability-related municipal project. We fund plans, studies, pilot projects, capital projects and more.

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