The Federal Government’s Role in Cities

This evening’s discussion examined the role that the federal government does, can, and should take in the growth and development of our cities.

Mauril BĂ©langer, Federal Member of Parliament and Member of the Prime Minister’s Task Force on Cities provided insights into the role that the federal government can play beyond our national institutions.
James Knight, CEO, Federation of Canadian Municipalities provided background on the challenges faced by municipal governments in the current economic and political climate.