Get ready for an unforgettable experience in Calgary at FCM’s 2024 Annual Conference and Trade Show from June 6 to 9.
Join us on our main stage to hear political keynote speakers, engaging plenary sessions and explore how a new Municipal Growth Framework can lay the groundwork for a brighter future for Canada.
Our workshop topics cover a wide range of themes, from fostering healthier work environments and enhancing climate resilience to developing strategic partnerships and mastering advocacy for your municipality’s issues.
These sessions promise to address today’s pressing municipal challenges like housing, infrastructure and climate adaptation, while also pinpointing avenues for advancements—such as how AI can improve municipal operations as well as public safety and holistic housing strategies.
At FCM’s 2024 Annual Conference and Trade Show, we are Redefining our future, together.
Schedule
S/I available for all workshops, ask-the-expert sessions and main stage events.
Program subject to change without notice.
| Thursday, June 6 | |
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| 8 a.m.–3 p.m. | Exhibitor registration and move-in |
| 8 a.m.–4 p.m. | Four Winds Local Artisan Market |
| 8 a.m.–7 p.m. | Delegate registration |
| 8:45 a.m.–1:30 p.m. | Study tours |
| 10 a.m.–12 p.m. | Workshops Pathways to progress: Global DEI benchmarks and equity impact statements |
| 12–1:30 p.m. | FCM Collective Luncheon — Presented by CSA Group |
| 12–4 p.m. | Sacred Fires Dialogue Space: Cultivating Community, Cultivating Change |
| 12:45–4 p.m. | Study tours |
| 1:30–3:30 p.m. | Workshops Shifting to resilient, net-zero communities: Leveraging the Green Municipal Fund |
| 4–5 p.m. | Regional caucus meetings |
| 5:30–7:30 p.m. | Official Trade Show Opening and Reception — Presented by Egg Farmers of Canada, Chicken Farmers of Canada, Turkey Farmers of Canada, Canadian Hatching Egg Producers and Dairy Farmers of Canada |
| Friday, June 7 | |
| 6–7:30 a.m. | Allons-y! Wellness Challenge Presented by ParticipACTION, supported by Akran Marketing |
| 7–8:30 a.m. | Breakfast on the Trade Show floor |
| 7 a.m.–2:30 p.m. | Exhibitor registration |
| 7 a.m.–2:30 p.m. | Trade Show opening |
| 7 a.m.–4:30 p.m. | Delegate registration |
| 7:40–7:55 a.m. | Wellness moments — Presented by YMCA Canada |
| 8–9 a.m. | Opening ceremony — Presented by Rogers Communications |
| 9–9:30 a.m. | Political keynote |
| 9:30–10 a.m. | Coffee break |
| 9:30–3:30 p.m. | Green Municipal Funds' Park Place Meet-ups |
| 10–11 a.m. | Opening plenary Redefining our Future: The urgent need for a Municipal Growth Framework Presented by Egg Farmers of Canada, Chicken Farmers of Canada, Turkey Farmers of Canada, Canadian Hatching Egg Producers and Dairy Farmers of Canada |
| 11–11:30 a.m. | Political keynote |
| 11:30 a.m.–12 p.m. | Trade Show time |
| 11:30 a.m.–12 p.m. | Table Officer Candidate Speeches |
| 12–2 p.m. | Lunch on the Trade Show floor — Presented by Lidstone & Associates |
| 12–4 p.m. | Sacred Fires Dialogue Space: Cultivating Community, Cultivating Change |
| 12:45–5 p.m. | Study tours |
| 1:30–1:45 p.m. | Trade Show prize draw |
| 1:45–2 p.m. | Wellness moments — Presented by YMCA Canada |
| 2–3 p.m. | Workshops Towards complete communities: A conversation about sustainable land use planning Healthy workplaces: Attracting and retaining municipal talent |
| 2–3 p.m. | Ask the Experts The critical role municipalities and farmers play in sustaining Canada’s food security Presented by Egg Farmers of Canada, Chicken Farmers of Canada, Turkey Farmers of Canada, Canadian Hatching Egg Producers and Dairy Farmers of Canada |
| 2–4:30 p.m. | FCM’s Municipal Den |
| 3–3:30 p.m. | Coffee break |
| 3:30–4:30 p.m. | Workshops Evolving practices: How to foster innovation in the municipal sector Building thriving communities through third-sector partnerships |
| 3:30–4:30 p.m. | Ask the Experts So, you have a community tourism strategy. What’s next? Presented by Destination Canada |
| 6:30–8:30 p.m. | Mayor’s Welcome Reception — Presented by Amazon |
| Saturday, June 8 | |
| 6–7:30 a.m. | Allons-y! Wellness Challenge Presented by ParticipACTION, supported by Akran Marketing |
| 7–8:30 a.m. | Breakfast on the Trade Show floor |
| 7 a.m.–1:30 p.m. | Exhibitor registration |
| 7 a.m.–2 p.m. | Trade Show opening |
| 7 a.m.–6 p.m. | Delegate registration |
| 7:40–7:55 a.m. | Wellness moments — Presented by YMCA Canada |
| 8–9:30 a.m. | Resolutions plenary |
| 9:30–10 a.m. | Political keynote |
| 10–10:30 a.m. | Coffee break |
| 10:30–11 a.m. | Rural plenary Rural resiliency: Innovation and economic growth Presented by CN |
| 11–11:30 a.m. | Rural plenary Fires and floods: Planning for extreme weather events Presented by CN |
| 11:30 a.m.–12 p.m. | Political keynote |
| 12–2 p.m. | Lunch on the Trade Show floor — Presented by Nuclear Waste Management Organization |
| 12–4 p.m. | Sacred Fires Dialogue Space: Cultivating Community, Cultivating Change |
| 1:30–1:45 p.m. | Trade Show prize draw |
| 1:45–2 p.m. | Wellness moments — Presented by YMCA Canada |
| 2–3 p.m. | Workshops Exploring innovative models of mental health crisis response Artificial intelligence: Data driven insights for municipalities |
| 2–3 p.m. | Ask the Experts Asset management: Lowering carbon emissions with concrete Presented by Cement Association of Canada Enhancing rural connectivity: bridging the digital divide in rural communities Presented by Rogers Communications |
| 2–5 p.m. | Study tours |
| 3–3:30 p.m. | Afternoon break |
| 3:30–4:30 p.m. | Workshops Capital as catalyst: Community adaptation to climate risks Advocacy essentials: Championing your community in the election and beyond |
| 3:30–4:30 p.m. | Ask the Experts Time for solutions: Prioritizing health and safety in the workplace Presented by CUPE |
| 5–6.30 p.m. | Women in Local Government Reception — Presented by Canadian Labour Congress |
| 5:30–7 p.m. | Francophone Reception — Presented by Intact |
| 6–8 p.m. | Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Reception |
| 6:30–9 p.m. | Rural, Northern and Remote Reception — Presented by Canadian Telecommunications Association |
| Sunday, June 9 | |
| 6–7:30 a.m. | Allons-y! Wellness Challenge Presented by ParticipACTION, supported by Akran Marketing |
| 7 a.m.–3 p.m. | Delegate registration |
| 7–8:30 a.m. | Breakfast |
| 8–8:20 a.m. | Award Ceremony: FCM National and International Awards |
| 8–10 a.m. | Table Officers’ Elections & AGM |
| 10–10:30 a.m. | Coffee break |
| 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Selection of candidates for Board of Directors |
| 12–2 p.m. | Lunch |
| 12–4 p.m. | Sacred Fires Dialogue Space: Cultivating Community, Cultivating Change |
| 1:30–2 p.m. | AGM and Ratification of 2024-2025 Board Directors |
| 2–5 p.m. | Study tours |
| 2–3 p.m. | Closing plenary Addressing harassment of elected officials: Strategies for safer leaders and democracies Presented by Co-operators |
| 5:30–11 p.m. | Host City Closing Gala — Presented by Intact |