FCA-FAC members are community or citizens’ groups in the city of Ottawa who come together to support the FCA objectives:
- Serving as an information clearing house for information between and among member organizations, levels of government and their agencies, news media and others as appropriate;
- Promoting the development of Ottawa as a more livable community of neighbourhoods and as a national capital that is culturally vibrant, diverse, healthy, resilient, inclusive, sustainable, caring, prosperous, civically engaged and well‐governed,
- Collaborating with engaged residents, community associations, businesses, governments and others to find innovative solutions to urban & rural challenges and opportunities,
- Advocating for systemic improvements in government process, policies, plans and programs that align with the Federation’s vision and core values.
Most FCA members are community associations representing residents in specific neighbourhoods of Ottawa. Other members represent citizens with a common city-wide interest, an interest which is neither political nor religious.
FCA member associations participate in our monthly general meetings and workshops. Association representatives join in committee and working group activities. There are opportunities to deepen understanding of local issues, to seek insights from other member associations, and to participate in discussions pertaining to FCA efforts.
New members are welcome. but each should have the following characteristics:
- The organization’s capacity (in terms of both people and structure) demonstrates that it can deliver on its stated purpose.
- The organization’s core objective complements and enhances the work of community associations in Ottawa.
- The organization holds public meetings with membership open to the general public.
- The organization is directly involved with communities in Ottawa and provides services such as events, learning activities, or opportunities for volunteering on a non-profit and indiscriminate basis.
- The organization is strictly non-partisan and aligned with the values and mission statement of the FCA-FAC.
Prospective member associations should first send an introductory message to information@fca-fac.ca providing basic information including purpose of the association and contact details. As part of the membership process, additional detailed information will be requested.
Memberships are by calendar year but are available throughout the year. The yearly fee is currently $40.
If you have questions about membership or other matters, please contact us at information@fca-fac.ca