Ministerial roundtables are meetings where federal ministers consult with municipal leaders on policy matters affecting local governments. These sessions allow direct dialogue between federal decision-makers and municipal representatives, typically mayors or councillors from across the country. Topics might include infrastructure funding, housing policy, climate action, or immigration impacts. Roundtables complement formal channels through organizations like the Federation of Canadian Municipalities. They provide federal ministers with ground-level perspectives on how national policies affect communities and give municipal leaders opportunities to influence federal priorities. Participation is usually by invitation based on regional representation or expertise on specific issues.