As is my standard practice following attendance at a Seminar, Conference or Convention in my capacity as the #CaribooRD Area "D" Director -- please find below the link to my "Post Event" Report respecting my attendance at the 2025 Federation of Canadian Municipalities Convention held in Ottawa, ON from May 29-June 1, 2025
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1J22--KLSAq2OA8W0l6hb3ENaVsi5WUfY/view?usp=drive_link
~Steve
* Workshops -- listing here
* Study Tours - listing here
* AGM Session
* Election of FCM Board of Directors
* Closing Plenary - click here
* 2025 FCM Banquet
* Adjournment of the 2025 FCM/Federation of Canadian Municipalities Convention
Courtesy of Federation of Canadian Municipalities:
At a pivotal moment for Canada’s economy and communities, the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) has released The Future of Rural Canada at its' 2025 Convention —a bold roadmap to unlock the full potential of rural communities as essential partners in national prosperity. As global uncertainty reshapes economic priorities, rural leaders are ready to drive solutions that diversify trade, strengthen local infrastructure, and build a more resilient, inclusive economy for all Canadians.
Key recommendations:
* Expanding broadband and cellular service to meet the needs of the 21st Century rural economy
* Strengthening partnerships with rural municipalities is key to ensuring federal infrastructure programs reflect rural realities—unlocking economic potential and improving access to markets across the country.
* Elevating rural policing and reforming the bail system through intergovernmental collaboration is essential to ensuring safer, more resilient communities across Canada.
* Grow rural housing supply by empowering municipalities through a renewed federal-municipal partnership that aligns tools and infrastructure to deliver results.
* Advance climate resilience by partnering with rural municipalities to strengthen infrastructure, protect communities, and support long-term sustainability.
* Recognizing all communities, including rural and urban areas, as essential partners in delivering national priorities, alongside provincial and territorial governments.
Full Report - click here
* Workshops -- listing here
* Study Tours - listing here
* Political Keynote Addresses
* Rural Plenary - click here
* Resolutions Session
* Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Reception
* Full program - click here
* Workshops -- listing here
* Study Tours - listing here
* Political Keynote Addresses
* Rural, Northern and Remote and Climate Caucus Receptions
* Full background -- click here
* Workshops -- listing here
* Study Tours - listing here. I will be attending the "Riverine Flood Preparedness and Response in a Changing Climate" Study Tour
* BC Caucus Meeting
* Ottawa Mayor's Welcome Reception
