Conference

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. Join us 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  

Attendees can look forward to an inspiring lineup of industry visionaries and thought leaders at ECO IMPACT 2025, which presents a conference at the intersection of cutting-edge technology, workforce development, and environmental careers. This year’s theme, Powering Green Careers through Innovation and Technology, emphasizes the role of AI, automation, and advanced technologies in transforming the environmental sector. From clean energy and climate tech to AI-powered solutions, our speakers will share their innovative perspectives on sustainable technology and environmental protection, highlighting how innovation drives the future of green careers. Attendees will explore emerging opportunities, acquire skills for a tech-driven job market, and connect with leaders at the forefront of the environmental workforce revolution.