Welcome to municipal engagement on a global scale. Since 1987, our international programming has helped Canadian municipal elected officials and staff share knowledge and build relationships with their counterparts in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, the Caribbean and Eastern Europe.

Our peer-to-peer approach helps global partners learn how to foster lasting economic development, empower local governments and encourage civic participation. The end goals are more accountable local governments, stronger local economies and increased environmental sustainability.

Global Affairs Canada funds these initiatives, which give Canada's local elected officials and municipal staff opportunities to hone intercultural communication and project management skills while forging lasting business ties. These programs also help Canada contribute to the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals, a worldwide call to end poverty, protect our environment and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity.

For international programs that are now closed, see our Past International Programs page.

Watch for upcoming calls for individual and municipal expertise in various fields.

Every year, to recognize the outstanding contributions of our members who take part in these programs and initiatives, we give out International Awards in three categories. For more information about these awards and to see past winners.

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Tunisia: Inclusive Municipal Leadership

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The goal of this project is to ensure that citizens and elected officials have more influence over the management of local affairs in eight Tunisian municipalities.

Featured resources

See featured resources, news, events and training related to International Programs.
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COVID-19: FCM’s international response
Learn how our programs are adapting and innovating in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic crisis.
News release
International Women’s Day 2020
Celebrating women in local government, in Canada and around the world.
Report
No time to waste
Canadian technical advisors reflect on municipalities in Jordan are improving solid waste management services.
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Good practices for local governance
This document offers a series of tools, practices and real world examples to help promote effective governance and inclusive development.
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Sustainable and Inclusive Communities in Latin America
Learn about how local governments in Colombia and Peru gained long-term benefits from mining development in their communities.
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Our work is centred around core focus areas like infrastructure, affordable housing and ​climate and environment. We do advocacy and policy work in these areas and also have relevant programs with resources, training, support and sometimes funding. Browse our focus areas to find information that fits your needs.

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FCM’s international programs are funded by Global Affairs Canada.

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