FCM
24 Clarence Street K1N 5P3 Ottawa, ON, Canada

Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. Our national program Toward Parity and our international programs continue to support women as they work to become leaders and role models in their communities. Some of them face threats and harassment. This is not ok. Join us in denouncing violence against women. https://www.un.org//obse/ending-violence-against-women-day

Through Year 4, our Municipalities for Climate Innovation Program provided grants to 322 climate action projects in municipalities across Canada. Read the report to learn more about we’re helping communities of all sizes become more climate resilient. https://fcm.ca//municipalities-climate-innovation-program-

Scholarship alert: we have $14,000 in scholarships to give out! If you’re a young woman studying the role and impact of women in elected politics, this is your opportunity to apply for funding. For more info: https://fcm.ca//wilg/women-in-local-government-scholarships

Tackling climate change Growing our economy Creating a better standard of living. Learn more about how Green Municipal Fund helps thousands of municipalities across Canada. https://greenmunicipalfund.ca/

Measuring and reporting on greenhouse gas reductions from climate change and energy efficiency projects can seem complex. Read our guide to learn how to quantify and calculate energy savings and GHGs reductions with confidence. Find detailed examples for different types of initiatives, plus tips to overcome common challenges. The guide is produced by the Partners for Climate Protection (PCP) program, delivered by FCM and ICLEI Local Governments for Sustainability. Read the guide: https://fcm.ca/node/49156

Sustainable infrastructure projects help drive Canada's economy - and that's where we come in. The Green Municipal Fund exists to help municipalities protect the environment, build energy-efficient housing and drive sustainable economic growth across Canada. Sound like something you’d like to see in your community? Share this video now!... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iOWudGnUtY0

Don’t miss our live panel discussion tomorrow at 2pm ET: Rural economic recovery: stories from the frontline, featuring Minister Maryam Monsef, Minister of Rural Economic Development and rural community leaders Ashleigh Weeden, AnnLisa Jensen, Kathy Jeffery, and Suzan Hewat. Don’t miss this crucial conversation about the realities of rural Canadian life and the possibilities for a greener, more connected, prosperous and inclusive future. Watch the panel live on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wWRYviauKzY

Check out our new Asset Management Insights report. You’ll discover what other Canadian municipalities are doing to integrate asset management into their policy and governance activities. You’ll also find key data from FCM’s Municipal Asset Management Program. Read the report: https://fcm.ca//asset-management-insights-policy-and-gover... Infrastructure Canada - English

Need help with a climate conversation in your municipality? Check out our discussion guide and editable presentation template. It was created to help staff have conversations with decision-makers and elected officials about climate adaptation. Learn about your local context and different types of climate conversations you can have. Explore adaptation approaches, principles and case studies. ... Start to plan your climate convo today: www.fcm.ca/climateconvos

Today we begin FCM’s Advocacy Daysmeeting virtually for the first timeas we bring the municipal voice to Parliament Hill and advocate for a sustainable and inclusive economic recovery. This new format will continue to strengthen the municipal-federal relationship and ensure that local leaders’ voices are heard loud and clear by members of all political parties. Read FCM’s recommendations for a sustainable and inclusive economic recovery: Building Back Better Together. https://fcm.ca/bettertogether #cdnmuni #cdnpoli