Located in northeastern Ohio, the City of Canton provides its residents with many benefits of big-city living while maintaining its charm as a medium-sized Midwestern town. Canton is home to such well-known national landmarks as the NFL Pro Football Hall of Fame, the William McKinley Presidential Library/National Monument, and the National First Ladies Library and Research Center.

In addition to being the birthplace of American professional football and many important figures in our nation's history, Canton is also home to a vibrant arts community. The Canton Symphony Orchestra, Canton Ballet, and Canton Museum of Art all give residents a place to experience art and culture from around the world, while our growing local artists' community is quickly becoming well-known as a dynamic presence in the region.

World-class hospitals and five area universities contribute a great deal to residents' high quality of life, while the natural beauty of our public parks and green spaces allow Cantonians some time away from the hustle and bustle of city living. With the cost of real estate estimated at less than half of the national average, Canton is as affordable as it is enjoyable.

Whether looking for a place to call home, a place to locate your business, or simply a place to visit for the weekend, we welcome you to Canton! 

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PHOTO: Carl Lee Bonner, 26, was captured within 24 hours of the Canton's Most Wanted program inception.

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Mayor William Healy and Canton Police Chief Dean McKimm announced Wednesday that a citizen tip has led to the arrest of Carl Lee Bonner, wanted as a suspect for aggravated burglary and domestic violence offenses.  The arrest, the first after the launch of the Canton’s Most Wanted program, came within 24 hours of the program’s inception.

“This is proof positive that residents are key to making our city a safer place to live,” said Mayor Healy.  “We are thrilled to see that this program …

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PHOTO: Mayor William Healy recently announced new citizen-based crime programs for Canton residents. Police Chief Dean McKimm (center) discusses program details at a news conference with Ward 4 Councilwoman Chris Smith (left) and Mayor William Healy (right).

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At a news conference Tuesday morning, Mayor William Healy announced three new crime initiatives designed to increase citizen involvement in law enforcement activities and support the efforts of neighborhood crime watch groups throughout the city.  The initiatives, with prominently feature use of technology and communications tools, will strengthen ties between community activists and the police department in order to further drive down Canton’s plummeting crime rate.  Crime in Canton fell …

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March 13 - Canton Symphony presents SymphonyLand Bass Trio  Details
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March 20 - Canton Ballet presents "The Wizard of Oz"  Details
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