The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) is the national association representing Canadian municipalities in relations with the federal government. Founded in 1901, FCM includes over 2,000 municipal government members from large cities to small rural communities. FCM advocates for municipal interests on federal policy matters including infrastructure funding, housing, climate change, immigration, and intergovernmental relations. Key functions include: policy development through member resolutions at annual conferences, direct advocacy with federal ministers and officials, research and resources supporting municipal capacity, and administration of programs like the Green Municipal Fund. FCM's board represents diverse municipal types and regions across Canada. While municipalities can't directly participate in constitutional federal-provincial processes, FCM provides a collective voice ensuring municipal perspectives inform federal decisions. Individual municipalities also conduct their own federal advocacy while benefiting from FCM's sustained presence.