Constitutional recognition of cities refers to proposals to amend Canada's Constitution to give municipalities, particularly major cities, direct constitutional status rather than existing only through provincial legislation. Advocates argue that cities drive the national economy, house most Canadians, and face challenges requiring autonomy and guaranteed powers that provincial legislation can revoke. Critics note the difficulty of constitutional amendment, concerns about rural-urban divisions, and questions about which municipalities would receive recognition. The debate reflects fundamental questions about local government's place in Canadian federalism. While unlikely to succeed given constitutional amendment requirements, the discussion influences other reforms enhancing municipal powers and recognition.