Manitoba municipalities have three core federal priorities.
A New Growth Framework
Modernized Funding Model & Core Infrastructure Investments
- 21st century municipalities need 21st century funding
- Enhance the Canada Community-Building Fund to support municipal strategic investments for growth
- A new dedicated core infrastructure fund for water and wastewater
- Less red tape and more flexibility for getting infrastructure projects off the ground
Local Realities and Practical Solutions
Responsive Development
- Work with municipalities to set homebuilding targets, responsively to local needs and pressures
- Avoid a one-size-fits-all policy that penalizes rural, smaller urban, or northern communities
- Reward municipal innovation that builds homes quickly and efficiently
Protecting Communities
Public Safety & Sustainable Policing
- Reform the bail and parole systems to keep repeat offenders off the streets
- No more offloading of higher policing costs
- Consult with municipalities before policing changes that cost communities more
- Enhance social and mental health support to keep police focused on policing
December 2-3, 2024
Advocacy in Ottawa
AMM and Manitoba’s FCM representatives held several meeting with a wide range of federal officials in Ottawa to ensure Manitoba voices are heard before the next federal election. These included formal meetings with the Prime Minister’s Office, ministers of the Crown, numerous MPs from government and opposition, and with officials who will be working on election platforms for the various parties.
March 24, 2025
Campaign Kick-Off
On the first full day of the federal election campaign, AMM President Kathy Valentino joined Global News Morning Winnipeg to highlight key municipal priorities.
View InterviewStronger Together: Local Strength, National Prosperity
FCM's Calls for a National Prosperity Partnership
Throughout the campaign, FCM will advocate to all parties for a National Prosperity Partnership so we can:
- Support local economic growth and resilience
- Invest in infrastructure renewal
- Achieve housing affordability
- End homelessness with local solutions
- Keep communities safe
- Build climate resilient communities
- Support thriving rural, remote and northern communities
Visit strongertogether.fcm.ca for more information.
Shining a Light on Municipal Priorities
Media Interviews
AMM President Kathy Valentino highlights municipal priorities and the importance of why local voices need to be heard during the federal election.
Cross Border Network Podcast (March 25, 2025)
CBC Manitoba Radio Noon (March 28, 2025)
CTV News Winnipeg (April 4, 2025)
Global News Winnipeg (April 7, 2025)
April 4, 2025
Federal Housing Policy Must Reflect Local Realities, AMM Urges
A new member survey conducted by the AMM highlights the efficiency, advantages, and key challenges faced by municipalities in the housing development process. The findings emphasize the strengths of Manitoba’s cities and fastest-growing municipalities while also identifying critical areas that need support.
For more information on the survey report, please CLICK HERE.
View News ReleaseApril 15, 2025
Manitoba's Cities United in Call for Federal Action on Funding, Housing, and Public Safety
United in their call for action, Manitoba’s cities are echoing the AMM’s federal election priorities, urging federal leaders to prioritize reforms aimed at modernized funding models, local development solutions, and stronger public safety measures.
View News ReleaseAll Manitobans Deserve to Feel Safe
The Need for Stronger Bail Reform
Manitoba municipalities demand bail reform from next federal government
Federal candidates urged to make public safety, bail reform priorities after election
AMM conference highlights Manitoba leaders pushing urgent federal bail reform after safety fears
Bail reform, infrastructure top priorities at AMM Spring Convention: Valentino