The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) will hold a press conference during its Annual Conference and Trade Show in Edmonton to announce a new initiative focused on the role of local governments in supporting Canada's defence capacity through critical infrastructure.
Event Details
Date and Time: Friday, June 5, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. MT
Location: D2 Salon, Pedway Level, Edmonton Convention Centre, Edmonton, Alberta
Speakers
- Rebecca Bligh, FCM President and Councillor, City of Vancouver, B.C.
- Tim Tierney, FCM First Vice-President and Councillor, City of Ottawa, Ont.
- Will Cole-Hamilton, Councillor, City of Courtenay, B.C.
- Andrew Knack, Mayor of Edmonton, Alta.
- Marianne White, Councillor, Quebec City, Que.
Media Notes
All times are local. The event will be livestreamed on FCM’s YouTube channel. Media wishing to attend in person must contact FCM Media for accreditation.
The Federation of Canadian Municipalities is the national voice of municipal governments, with over 2,000 members representing more than 90 percent of the Canadian population. This initiative underscores the critical role municipalities play in national defence and infrastructure resilience.
