The Municipal International Cooperation Program channels federal international development funding through the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) to support partnerships between Canadian municipalities and local governments in developing countries. Canadian municipal staff share expertise on water management, waste disposal, urban planning, democratic governance, and other areas where local government capacity matters. Partners work together on projects addressing specific challenges while building lasting relationships. The program contributes to Canada's international development objectives while benefiting Canadian participants through global perspective and professional development. Municipal international cooperation demonstrates how local government expertise transfers across borders.