CLEAR FILTERS
Case study
Creating a community of women leaders
In Colombia, women elected officials face many barriers to political leadership. This case study shows how women can support each other to overcome those barriers to lead their communities with confidence.
  • Inclusive communities
  • International
  • Women in local government
Guide
Land use planning around rail corridors: railway proximity guidelines
The Federation of Canadian Municipalities and the Railway Association of Canada (RAC) are committed to building a common approach to the prevention and resolution of issues that may arise when people live and work in close proximity to railway operations.
  • Rail safety
  • Public safety
News release
FCM statement on rail safety announcement
​​​​​​​Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) President Vicki-May Hamm issued the following statement in response to today’s announcement on the safe transportation of dangerous good by Canada’s Minister of Transportation.
  • Public safety
  • Rail safety
News release
FCM welcomes Canadian poverty reduction strategy
​​​​​​​Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) President Vicki-May Hamm issued the following statement in response to today's release of Opportunity for All, the federal government's national poverty reduction strategy.
  • Homelessness
  • Housing
  • Inclusive communities
  • Poverty reduction
News release
FCM statement on the 5th anniversary of the Lac-Mégantic tragedy
Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) President Vicki-May Hamm issued the following statement in on the anniversary of the Lac-Mégantic rail tragedy.
  • Rail safety
News release
Big-city mayors reach out to newcomers and refugees
The 22 members of FCM's Big City Mayors' Caucus issued the following joint statement reaffirming their commitment to welcoming refugees and other newcomers to their communities.
  • Immigration and refugees
  • Inclusive communities
News release
FCM statement after Islamic Cultural Centre shootings
FCM President Clark Somerville issued the following statement in response to the January 29 multiple shooting at the Islamic Cultural Centre in Quebec City.
  • Inclusive communities
  • Public safety
Tool
Welcoming communities: A toolkit for local governments
Municipal leaders understand they have a pivotal role in ensuring their communities are welcoming, open communities for all newcomers.
  • Immigration and refugees
  • Inclusive communities
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