It’s no coincidence that the world’s most dynamic cities feature some of the best transit systems available. Modern and efficient public transit increases productivity, cuts commute times and reduces pollution—all while attracting top employers and skilled workers.

Our work has led to historic federal investments in public transit for communities of all sizes. In 2017, the federal government allocated $21.1 billion over 11 years to transit construction, expansion and rehabilitation. What’s more, it took our advice to deliver funding as predictable allocations to all cities and towns with transit systems, so they can plan ahead.

In the 19th century we built railway systems that linked regions across Canada, and in the 20th century we reached out to the world through our ports and highways. Tomorrow, our public transit will shape the next generation of livable, sustainable and world-class Canadian cities.

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Case study: Kingston gets more youth riding public transit

A partnership between the municipality and school boards is increasing high school students' independence and their long-term use of sustainable transportation.

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Budget 2019 is an opportunity to improve the lives of Canadians

Big City Mayors’ Caucus Chair Don Iveson issued the following statement at the close of a series of meetings between Canadian mayors, the Prime Minister, and federal cabinet ministers.

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Case study: Kingston gets more youth riding public transit

A partnership between the municipality and school boards is increasing high school students' independence and their long-term use of sustainable transportation.

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Ottawa must make permanent pledge to fund public transit

Three big-city Canadian mayors make the case for a modernized approach to reduce emissions, boost productivity and shorten people's commutes.

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Cities seek permanent transit transfer ahead of 2019 budget

Canada’s municipalities say the Liberal government’s transit funding should come with fewer strings attached so that projects get moving more quickly. In a report to be released Thursday, the Federation of Canadian Municipalities will outline its recommendations for the 2019 budget...

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A critical time to deliver for Canadians

Municipal recommendations for Budget 2019: It’s time for our governments to come together as full partners—to deliver the best results for Canadians.

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Empowering municipalities gets results for Canadians: FCM President

FCM President Vicki-May Hamm issued this statement after three days of meetings that brought together municipal leaders and Parliamentarians in Ottawa.

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Quick facts
$3B
Economic growth generated per $1B invested in transit
$15B
annual cost of productivity lost to traffic congestion
2.4 M
tonnes GHG emissions reduced annually by transit use
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