2.9 million tonnes. The program has funded over 13,000 person-years of employment and supported the development of more than 30,000 sustainable and affordable housing units. Additionally, it has contributed $1.24 billion to the national GDP through over 2,300 approved projects. GMF oversees approximately $2.4 billion in programs financed by the Government of Canada. Last year, GMF expanded its mandate to include two new initiatives: the $291-million Growing Canada’s Community Canopies, and the $530-million Local Leadership for Climate Adaptation. “From coast to coast to coast, FCM works,” Bligh added. “FCM advances the right tools to empower municipalities. With us and your local leaders, you are in good hands to build stronger, more climateresilient, and safer communities for Canadians.” 10 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 02
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