consists of rural, remote, or northern areas, which is why FCM is crucial in ensuring that the federal government addresses these issues. “Living in a small community, I see the unique challenges we face daily,” Pearce said. “Sometimes rural issues get overshadowed by those in Canada’s larger cities, but they are equally important. FCM strives to be a national voice for all cities, towns, villages, and communities across the country.” In 2001, FCM launched the Rural Forum to ensure that rural communities have a platform for their voices. The forum’s mission is to represent rural interests to the federal government and elevate rural perspectives in national discussions. It includes FCM board members, committee members from rural areas across Canada, and representatives from urban regions with significant rural interests.All presidents of provincial and territorial associations are also part of the forum, allowing them to advocate for 185 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 02 FEDERATION OF CANADIAN MUNICIPALITIES (FCM)
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