Fredericton, NB

Don’t miss Canada’s leading event for local sustainability changemakers and champions

FCM’s Sustainable Communities Conference (SCC) brings together municipal sustainability practitioners and local leaders from across the country to learn from each other and share actionable solutions towards a more resilient and sustainable future. You’ll discover proven best practices in local sustainability, affordable housing and climate adaptation centered around Reconciliation and Anti Racism, Equity and Inclusion.

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Reduced rates available

A limited number of tickets are available at a lower price for:

  • Members of small, rural, northern and Indigenous communities
  • Students
  • Groups of three or more from the same municipality

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Focus of SCC 2025

Focus of SCC 2025

Schedule

Schedule

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Keynote speakers

Hear from leading sustainability experts and thought leaders in Canada. Our keynote speakers for SCC 2025 include: 

Laura Lynch
Laura Lynch

Award-winning journalist and host of CBC’s What On Earth, a program dedicated to exploring innovative solutions to climate change

Focus of SCC 2025

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Build connections

Connect with peers and local leaders from communities that are facing similar challenges to yours. Build a network to enhance joint action for sustainable change at the local level.
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Future-proof your community

Increase your strategic decision-making skills by learning from the experiences of others and exploring proven best practices in local sustainability, affordable housing and climate adaptation that centers around Reconciliation and Anti Racism, Equity and Inclusion. .
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Embrace solutions that work

Gain the right tools to help you convert ideas into reality and fast-track sustainable change in your community.

Why attend SCC 2025?

Whether you have a project in development or are just beginning to plan a sustainability initiative in your community, SCC 2025’s program will bring fresh insights to your sustainability challenges with tailored content for Canadian municipalities.

You’ll have the chance to:

  • Hear from leading sustainability experts, acclaimed keynote speakers and thought leaders
  • Explore key trends in building net-zero communities, in sustainable tools and processes, and in advocating for change at the local level
  • Build a valuable network of sustainability champions across the country
  • Enhance your expertise with tools and knowledge from our workshops, training sessions and study tours
  • Celebrate award-winning sustainability solutions
  • Meet experts in-person at our diverse Industry Showcase and leave with actionable solutions to your sustainability challenges
  • Discover New Brunswick’s capital city and its built heritage, local culinary delights and riverside beauty

Schedule

From inspiring speakers and expert panel discussions to interactive workshops and a variety of networking opportunities, the SCC 2025 schedule has something for everyone. All events and session times are displayed in Atlantic Time (AT).

Schedule is subject to change without notice.

Tuesday, February 11
7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Morning run or snowshoe
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Continental breakfast
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Pre-conference trainings / Study tours
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Industry Showcase opening / Buffet lunch
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Opening ceremonies
2:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. Keynote address
2:45 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. Coffee break / showcase / outdoor activity
3:15 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Concurrent workshops
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Sustainable Community Awards ceremony
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Opening reception
Wednesday, February 12
6:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. Morning run or snowshoe
7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Breakfast
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Industry Showcase
8:45 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. Welcome and morning mindfulness
9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Panel: Failure is not an option–ensuring no one is left behind in our quest for climate solutions
10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. Coffee break / showcase / outdoor activity
10:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Concurrent workshops
12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. Buffet lunch
2:00 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. Concurrent workshops
3:15 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. Coffee break / showcase / outdoor activity
3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Panel: Scaling Solutions for Impact
4:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. End of day recap and reflection
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. East Coast Kitchen Party, Boyce Farmers Market
Thursday, February 13
6:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. Morning run
7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Sponsored breakfasts
8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Industry Showcase
8:45 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. Welcome and morning mindfulness
9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Panel: Risk and Resilience
10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. Coffee break / showcase / outdoor activity
10:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Concurrent workshops
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Buffet lunch
12:45 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Closing keynote
1:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Closing ceremony
2:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Social tours

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Who will be there? 

SCC 2025 brings together municipal staff, elected officials, federal delegates, and private sector experts to discuss and share best practices for making Canadian communities more environmentally, socially and economically vibrant. 

Our 2023 conference was attended by over 500 sustainability leaders from across the country.

Industry Showcase: Sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities

Our Industry Showcase brings together leading experts and innovative private sector partners to demonstrate high performing environmental solutions. Conference attendees can meet experts in-person and leave with sustainability ideas that can be implemented right away in their communities.

Exhibitors can connect with municipalities from across Canada, increase awareness and take advantage of multiple networking opportunities to showcase their product, service or initiative.

To learn more about our Industry Showcase, please contact us

Plan your trip 

We have all the details you need to help plan your trip to Fredericton for SCC 2025. Get started on your travel plans. 

Have questions about SCC 2025?

We'd love to hear from you. If you have any questions about SCC 2025, please send us an email and we'll get back to you as soon as we can. 

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Register for SCC today

Now is a great time to register for #SCC2025. Early bird prices are currently available. 

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