The annual conference of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) brings together municipal elected officials from across Canada for networking, education, and advocacy. Federal ministers traditionally attend and address the conference, providing opportunities for municipalities to present their priorities directly to decision-makers. The conference includes policy sessions, workshops, trade show exhibitions, and formal business meetings where FCM policies are debated and adopted. The gathering represents one of the most significant annual opportunities for municipal-federal dialogue. Conference locations rotate across Canada, and attendance includes mayors, councillors, and municipal staff from large and small communities nationwide.