Ahead of this week’s Canada Investment Summit, FCM President @timtierney.ca spoke to CTV National about FCM’s new research, which shows that investments in local infrastructure are among the most effective ways to boost Canada's economy, create jobs and increase long-term productivity. 🎥 watch:

Municipalities hoping to cash in on potential Canada’s investment deals

Municipalities throughout the country say Ottawa needs to help support them better to help fix community infrastructure. Michael Serapio reports.

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Good news today—as a direct result of FCM's advocacy, the federal government has just launched the Canada Rental Protection Fund, a key element of a multi-faceted approach needed to tackle homelessness and affordability in Canada.

FCM President @timtierney.ca spoke to @cnn.com this weekend to highlight the impact that tariffs have on municipalities on both sides of the border.

FCM President @timtierney.ca participated in today’s announcement of federal principles to guide the responsible development of data centres in Canadian communities with Minister @evansolomon.bsky.social:

“Governments…can set ambitious construction targets, but the pipes, treatment plants and other infrastructure needed to service that growth can cost billions of dollars (and) many communities already face substantial repair and replacement issues.” 🗞️ financialpost.com/real-estate/...

Canada wants to build more homes, but its water and sewer systems aren't ready

Canada's housing push is running up against a basic problem: some communities' water and sewer systems just can't handle all the growth governments want.

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Happy Pride Ottawa ~ Joyeuse Pride d'Ottawa !

Face à l’impasse dans les négociations commerciales entre le Canada et les États-Unis, les collectivités canadiennes devront désormais composer avec les répercussions de nouveaux tarifs douaniers injustifiés.

In Ontario and across the country, municipalities are strongest when they act together. That’s the message FCM President @timtierney.ca brought to AMO delegates today. That collective leadership is what turns local realities into national priorities.

En Ontario et partout au pays, les municipalités sont plus fortes lorsqu’elles agissent ensemble. Voilà le message que @timtierney.ca, président de la FCM, a présenté aujourd’hui aux congressistes de l’AMO.

Canada's National Adaptation Strategy Progress Report highlights the essential role #CDNMuni play in building climate resilience by strengthening infrastructure, reducing disaster risks and protecting communities. www.canada.ca/en/services/...

Thanks to Min. @juliedabrusin.bsky.social for engaging with FCM President @timtierney.ca and CEO @carolesaab.bsky.social to discuss shared climate goals. #cdnpoli

🏊 Fall swimming registration opens tonight! Registration for the City of Ottawa’s fall swimming programs opens tonight, August 11 at 9 p.m. Be ready to register at 9 p.m. and secure your spot!

Have your say on Para Transpo service this August. OC Transpo is hosting Para Transpo Talk sessions throughout August, giving customers, families, companions, and support persons the opportunity to speak directly with staff, ask questions, and provide feedback on Para Transpo service.

🍂 Fall programs are now available to browse! You can now explore the City of Ottawa's fall recreation programs, PA Day activities, and winter camps online and start planning your season. 📅 Registration opens: 🏊 Fall swimming activities: Tuesday, August 11

It was a pleasure to join the Emerging Lives Initiative for the Women Soccer Initiative 3.0 on Canada Day and celebrate the incredible work they are doing to bring people together through sport. Thank you to everyone who made this event such a success. ⚽🇨🇦

FCM President @timtierney.ca and CEO @carolesaab.bsky.social have been in Charlottetown this week for the Council of the Federation’s summer meeting. #CDNMuni #cdnpoli

New tariffs are likely to cause great pain in certain regions, and for those businesses, workers and families, the challenges are real. We remain confident that the federal government is working in Canada's best interests to secure the strongest possible outcome for Canadians.

It was an honour to attend the opening of the Ottawa Lebanese Festival tonight. Great food, music, dancing, and an incredible celebration of Lebanese culture. Congratulations to all the organizers and volunteers! 🇱🇧 Je souhaite au festival un succès continu tout au long de la semaine !

“Ottawa and the provinces may agree on the need to build, but the details often fall to municipalities to navigate. It’s a challenge for city halls across Canada.” More from FCM President @timtierney.ca and Charlottetown Mayor Philip Brown in @politico.com’s Canada Playbook⬇️ politi.co/3T27h6I

Stuck in the middle

A city hall lesson in federalism.

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Today, your coffee can make a difference. I’m proud to support Tim Hortons Camp Day, where every hot or iced coffee purchased helps give youth from underserved communities the opportunity to attend Tim Hortons Foundation Camps

☀️ Heat Warning in Effect for Ottawa With high temperatures and humidex values expected over the next couple of days, it’s important to take extra precautions and stay cool For more information, including heat safety tips, cooling locations, and available City services, visit: tinyurl.com/msyc7mfc

Great to join Habitat for Humanity Greater Ottawa today for the groundbreaking of the Beechcliffe Homes development, the largest affordable housing project in the organization’s history. Congratulations to everyone who helped bring this project from an idea to today’s groundbreaking

Motorcycles are out of hibernation so let’s keep riders safe. Motorcycles are smaller and easier to miss... Before making a left turn, lane change or pulling out of a laneway, look twice and check your blind spots – you could be helping a rider get home safe.

☀️ Beat the Heat This Summer! 🏖️ Looking to cool off? Ottawa's summer water facilities are now opening across the city! 💦 City beaches are open with supervised swimming. 🏊 Most outdoor pools are now open, with the remaining locations opening this weekend.

For updates and estimated times of restoration, check our outage map at hydroottawa.com/outages. Make sure you’re signed up for our outage alerts: hydroottawa.com/alerts Current ETR: 2026-07-01 11:30 PM. #OttawaOutage #OttCity @timtierney.ca @rideaurockcliffe13.bsky.social

Canada has always been defined by the strength, kindness, and resilience of its people. Happy Canada Day! 🇨🇦 Ensemble, montrons au monde entier ce que le Canada a de mieux à offrir. Joyeuse Fête du Canada ! 🇨🇦

CANADIAN HERITAGE MOMENT 🇨🇦 Congratulations to team Canada! Expectations greatly exceeded proving to the world we are the best country in the world. There was already gonna be a stampede to the Dollarama for Canada Day, you better get out there and get your stuff now!

Had a great visit at City Hall with the students and staff from Carson Grove Elementary School! Thank you to everyone from Carson Grove Elementary for stopping by. It’s always a pleasure to welcome young residents to City Hall and see so much curiosity and enthusiasm for their community.

It was a pleasure to welcome students from Le Phare Elementary School to Ottawa City Hall! A big thank you to the students and staff from Le Phare for the visit. I hope everyone enjoyed their time at City Hall

“This legislation responds to long-standing local concerns, and municipal leaders are ready to do their part to deliver lasting results.” - FCM President @timtierney.ca 🗞️ toronto.citynews.ca/2026/06/16/f... #CDNMuni #cdnpoli

Federal bail bill becomes law as two other crime bills await passage

OTTAWA — Justice Minister Sean Fraser said Tuesday he hopes all three of the crime bills introduced by the Liberal government become law before Parliament rises for the summer. Bail Bill C-14 received...

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