The World Federation of Friends of Museums (WFFM) is the governing body for international chapters including the Canadian Federation of Friends of Museums. Each year, the WFFM hosts an internal Congress. In 2019, Montreal hosted the World Federation of Friends of Museums’ General Assembly Meeting.

The Canadian Federation of Friends of Museums' Organizing Committee developed lively programs for the WFFM's General Assembly Meeting's many delegates and attendees. With over 45 museums and galleries, the creative and culturally rich city of Montreal inspired and entertained attendees.

Please see our programs of the General Assembly Meeting:

WFFM Panel Summary Report

The CFFM is delighted to announce that the summary report of the WFFM general assembly panel discussion is now available upon request. The Museum Volunteers in Transition panel was held on May 25, 2019 at the Redpath Museum. The summary report From Baby Boomers to Millennials: Expressing Expectations, Preparing for the Future was graciously prepared by the discussion moderator, Marie Senécal-Tremblay, the Vice-President of the CFFM. As the summary report emphasizes, the panel thoughtfully addressed the challenges museums and the volunteer sector face as the generational shift from Baby Boomers to Millennials quickly unfolds.

If you would like to receive the summary report, email the CFFM at coordinator@museumfriends.org.