2011
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Statement by FCM president Berry Vrbanovic following speech by NDP Leader Nycole Turmel at today's FCM Advocacy Days' Board of Directors luncheon (30/11/2011)
Statement by FCM president Berry Vrbanovic following speech by NDP Leader Nycole Turmel at today's FCM Advocacy Days' Board of Directors luncheon
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Letter by FCM president Berry Vrbanovic: CD Howe report marches right past what taxpayers see every day (30/11/2011)
Letter by FCM president Berry Vrbanovic: CD Howe report marches right past what taxpayers see every day
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Federal government promises new infrastructure plan will deliver long-term solutions (30/11/2011)
Today municipal leaders are applauding the Government of Canada for launching a new infrastructure planning process that promises to stop the decline in Canada's aging municipal infrastructure and build the roads, bridges, water and transit systems the country needs to support families, businesses and economic growth.
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Statement by FCM president Berry Vrbanovic following speech by Liberal Leader Bob Rae at today's FCM Advocacy Days' Board of Directors luncheon (29/11/2011)
The following statement was released today by FCM president Berry Vrbanovic following Liberal Leader Bob Rae's speech during FCM's Advocacy Days Board of Directors luncheon in Ottawa:
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Letter to PPP Canada (25/11/2011)
FCM voices concern over P3 funding rules
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FCM to deliver municipal campaign training workshop for women November 25 and 26 in Moncton, N.B. (14/11/2011)
Berry Vrbanovic, president of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) and councillor for the City of Kitchener, Ont., announced a two-day workshop in Moncton aimed at helping women overcome the obstacles they face in running for municipal office. -
Statement by FCM president Berry Vrbanovic on his participation in Remembrance Day ceremonies in Ottawa on behalf of Canada's municipalities (11/11/2011)
The following statement was released today by Berry Vrbanovic, president of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), on his participation in the Remembrance Day ceremonies in Ottawa on behalf Canada's municipalities. -
FCM announces municipal campaign training webinar series for women (09/11/2011)
Berry Vrbanovic, president of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) and councillor for the City of Kitchener, Ont., announced a free webinar series aimed at helping women overcome the obstacles they face in running for municipal office. -
FCM’S Big City Mayors Caucus (BCMC) supports new housing coalition’s call for more rental housing (09/11/2011)
Federation of Canadian Municipalities' (FCM) Big City Mayor's Caucus (BCMC) Chair and Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson welcomed today the Canadian Rental Housing Coalition's call for more rental housing in Canada.
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FCM to deliver municipal campaign training workshop for women - November 5 and 6 in Dieppe, N.B. (30/10/2011)
Berry Vrbanovic, president of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) and councillor for the City of Kitchener, Ont., announced a two-day workshop in Dieppe aimed at helping women overcome the obstacles they face in running for municipal office. -
FCM and UMQ recognize contribution of municipalities of Sherbrooke, Montmagny and Richmond to reconstruction of Les Palmes region in Haiti (25/10/2011)
The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) and the Union des municipalités du Québec (UMQ) wish to underscore the contribution of the municipalities of Sherbrooke, Montmagny and Richmond in the reconstruction of Les Palmes region in Haiti.
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New transit ridership numbers underscore importance of long-term investment (23/10/2011)
Today's Statistics Canada report showing increased transit ridership across the country underscores the importance of long-term investment in public transit, says the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM).
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Smart government key to creating jobs, protecting core services and balancing budgets in tough global economy (17/10/2011)
Better planning, partnerships and programs: these are trademarks of smarter government and what Canada will need to create jobs, protect core services and balance its budget deficit in a tough global economy, said the president of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), Berry Vrbanovic, today at the House of Commons finance committee pre-budget hearing.
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Municipalities of Sherbrooke, Montmagny and Richmond share their expertise to help Haitian communities provide basic services (12/10/2011)
As part of the Municipal Cooperation Program (MCP), the municipalities of Sherbrooke, Montmagny and Richmond in Quebec are welcoming a delegation from Haiti to share their expertise and help communities hit hard by the 2010 earthquake provide basic services.
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Statement by FCM president Berry Vrbanovic on NDP Public Transit Bill introduced today (30/09/2011)
The following statement was released today by Berry Vrbanovic, president of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), on Bill C-615, an Act to establish a National Public Transit Strategy, introduced today by New Democrat Critic for Transport, Infrastructure and Communities Olivia Chow.
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Lack of affordable housing and efficient transit barriers to success of immigrants and the economy (14/09/2011)
The lack of affordable housing and access to efficient public transit and community services are significant barriers to the success of new immigrants and the Canadian economy, says the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) in a report on Canada´s immigration system.
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Statement by FCM President Berry Vrbanovic following meetings on CETA with Minister of International Trade Edward Fast (09/09/2011)
The following statement was released today by Berry Vrbanovic, president of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), following meetings with the Hon. Edward Fast, Minister of International Trade and Minister for the Asia-Pacific Gateway, on the Canada Europe Free-Trade Agreement (CETA
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FCM to deliver Municipal Campaign Training Workshop for women, September 24 to 25 in Squamish, British Columbia (08/09/2011)
Berry Vrbanovic, president of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) and councillor for the City of Kitchener, Ontario, announced a two-day workshop in Squamish aimed at helping women overcome the obstacles they face in running for municipal office. The workshop will be held September 24 to 25, 2011. -
Letter from the Minister of International Trade, the Honourable Ed Fast, regarding current Canada-European Union (EU) trade negotiations (05/09/2011)
Minister Ed Fast explains how CETA will affect municipal operations, including procurement. -
Statement by the Prime Minister of Canada on the death of Jack Layton (22/08/2011)
Prime Minister Stephen Harper issued the following statement following the death of Jack Layton: -
Jack Layton's last letter to Canadians (22/08/2011)
Tens of thousands of Canadians have written to me in recent weeks to wish me well. -
Statement from the Right Honourable Paul Martin on the passing of Jack Layton (22/08/2011)
"Jack Layton's contribution to Canada was cut short most unfairly. His dedication to our country, to public life and to his party was vividly apparent in everything he did and all that he achieved. -
FCM to deliver Municipal Campaign Training Workshop for women, August 27 and 28 in the regional district of Kootenay, British Columbia (08/08/2011)
Berry Vrbanovic, president of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) and councillor for the City of Kitchener, Ontario, announced a two-day workshop in the Regional District of Kootenay aimed at helping women overcome the obstacles they face in running for municipal office. The workshop will be held August 27 to 28, 2011.
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Statement by FCM president Berry Vrbanovic on the passing of the Honourable Jack Layton (03/08/2011)
The following statement was released today by Berry Vrbanovic, president of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) on the passing of the Honourable Jack Layton, Leader of the Official Opposition and of the NDP -
Statement by FCM president Berry Vrbanovic on recent events in Montreal highlighting the state of Canada's infrastructure (02/08/2011)
The following statement was released today by Berry Vrbanovic, president of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) on recent events in Montreal highlighting the state of Canada´s infrastructure:
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FCM President launches MCP projects before wrapping up a trip in Haiti (13/07/2011)
The President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), Berry Vrbanovic, concluded yesterday a tour of Haiti as part of a mission for the Haiti-Canada Municipal Cooperation Project (MCP). -
Statement by FCM President Berry Vrbanovic following today's affordable housing framework announcement (04/07/2011)
The following statement was released today by Berry Vrbanovic, President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), following the affordable housing framework announcement by the federal, provincial, and territorial ministers responsible for housing. -
Statement by FCM President on the Government of Canada's Proposed Changes to the Medical Marihuana Access Program (16/06/2011)
The following statement was released today by Berry Vrbanovic, President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), following today's announcement by the Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of Health, on proposed changes to the Medical Marihuana Access Program. -
Statement by FCM President on Federal Budget Commitment to Develop a New Long-Term Infrastructure Plan for Cities and Communities (04/06/2011)
The following statement was released today by Berry Vrbanovic, President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), following the federal budget commitment to develop a new long-term infrastructure plan -
FCM to deliver Municipal Campaign Training Workshop for Women, June 11–12, in Prince George, British Columbia (04/06/2011)
Hans Cunningham, president of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) and director of the Regional District of Central Kootenay, B.C., announced a two-day workshop in Prince George aimed at helping women overcome the obstacles they face in running for municipal office. -
FCM elects new president and table officers (04/06/2011)
Berry Vrbanovic, Councillor of Kitchener, ON, was today acclaimed President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities' (FCM) by delegates attending FCM's 74th Annual Conference and Municipal Expo™ in Halifax. -
Statement by FCM president Berry Vrbanovic following today's speech by Minister of Infrastructure, Transport and Communities Denis Lebel (01/06/2011)
The following statement was released today by Berry Vrbanovic, president of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), following the speech by Minister of Infrastructure, Transport and Communities Denis Lebel at FCM's annual conference. -
Statement by FCM president Hans Cunningham following today's speech by Liberal Leader Bob Rae (01/06/2011)
The following statement was released today by Hans Cunningham, President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), following the speech by Liberal Leader Bob Rae at FCM´s annual conference. -
Mayors tell new majority government: let's get to work (01/06/2011)
As Parliament prepares for tomorrow´s Speech from the Throne, Canada's Big City Mayors gathered today in Halifax with a clear message for the new majority government: Let´s get to work. -
Canadian municipalities welcome international delegations on learning tour (23/05/2011)
Municipalities across the country are welcoming delegations from Asia, Africa, Latin America and Eastern Europe, visiting to study local economic development, inter-governmental relations and the promotion of gender equality in public affairs. -
Statement by FCM President on the new Federal Cabinet (17/05/2011)
The following statement was released today by the President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), Hans Cunningham, on the appointment of the new Federal Cabinet. -
New parliament must act on promises to cities and communities (28/04/2011)
Beginning on May 3 all parties in the House of Commons must turn campaign promises to cities and communities into action, says the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM). -
Statement by FCM President on dedicating broadband spectrum for emergency services (18/04/2011)
The following statement was released today by the President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) Hans Cunningham in support of today´s call by the Tri-Service Special Purpose Committee to secure 20 MHZ of the 700 MHz broadband spectrum for use by public safety agencies. -
Statement by FCM President on today’s NDP election platform (09/04/2011)
The following statement was released today by the President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), Hans Cunningham, in response to the NDP election platform. -
Statement by FCM President on the Green Party’s election platform (07/04/2011)
The following statement was released today by the President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), Hans Cunningham, in response to the Green Party election platform. -
FCM welcomes liberal commitments to rural Canada (07/04/2011)
The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) welcomes the Liberal Party´s commitments to rural Canada, in particular for its support for volunteer firefighters as well as its commitment to roll out rural broadband and its plan to increase access to medical services. -
Statement by FCM President on the conservative party's election platform (07/04/2011)
The following statement was released today by the President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), Hans Cunningham, in response to the Conservative Party election platform. -
Statement by FCM President on the liberal party’s commitment to invest in a long-term affordable housing strategy (02/04/2011)
FCM applauds today's commitment by the Liberal Party to invest an additional $275 million per year in a new, long-term affordable housing strategy. -
Today's expiry of federal housing programs puts cities and communities in limbo (31/03/2011)
The following statement was released today by the President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), Hans Cunningham, on today´s expiry of the federal Affordable Housing Initiative (AHI) and the Residential Rehabilitation Assistance Program (RRAP). -
Party leaders must not ignore growing calls for strong municipal agenda in campaign (30/03/2011)
Federal Party Leaders must not ignore the growing chorus of voices calling for a national agenda for strong cities and communities, says Hans Cunningham, President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities. -
FCM salutes municipal leadership in Earth Hour (24/03/2011)
The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) today saluted municipal leadership in Earth Hour and congratulated communities on their broader efforts to improve air, water and soil quality and protect the climate. -
Budget Commits to New Long-term Infrastructure Plan for Municipalities (21/03/2011)
Today´s budget delivered a vital commitment to cities and communities to develop a new, long-term federal infrastructure plan, says the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM). -
Statement by FCM President on municipal priorities for Budget 2011 (17/03/2011)
The following statement was released today by the President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), Hans Cunningham, to outline the priorities of Canada's municipalities for this year's federal budget.
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Statement by FCM President on 100th anniversary of International Women's Day (07/03/2011)
The following statement was released today by the President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), Hans Cunningham, on the occasion of International Women´s Day. -
Municipalities Applaud NDP Call for Long-term Strategy to Strengthen Canada's Transportation Systems (02/02/2011)
Today, the Federation of Canadian Municipalities applauded the NDP's call for a long-term strategy to strengthen Canada's transportation systems. -
Economic action plan update shows partnership with municipalities building stronger economy, says FCM (30/01/2011)
Today's Economic Action Plan update shows that a national partnership among all orders of government is fueling Canada´s economic recovery and laying the foundation for future growth, says the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM). -
Canada-China Technical Cooperation in Migrant Labour Rights Project (23/01/2011)
On January 24, a policy symposium took place in Beijing, China, to facilitate knowledge sharing on four primary themes central to FCM´s Canada-China Technical Cooperation in Migrant Labour Rights Project. -
FCM to help provide basic services in Haitian municipalities hit hard by 2010 earthquake (10/01/2011)
Today, the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), in partnership with the City of Montreal and l'Union des Municipalités du Quebec (UMQ) signed an agreement with the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA), to help rebuild five Haitian municipalities severely affected by the 2010 earthquake.
