Canton, Texas - Economic Development Corporation

The City of Canton is famous for its First Monday Trade Days. The setting is beautifully wooded East Texas with lightly rolling hills, and the atmosphere is laid back. The schools and community are progressive. As the seat of Van Zandt County and host of the world-famous First Monday Trade Days, Canton is the center of activity not only for a thriving county, but also for much of East Texas.

Economic Development Conditions and Outlook

The outlook for Canton is bright with many new exciting projects and programs in the works. You may download a summary of current major initiatives and future projects.

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Business Assistance Incentives

Canton EDC offers assistance to eligible business enterprises that meet certain requirements. Go to the following links to see the Assitance Program Guidelines and Application Form and Requirements.

Upcoming Events

Click here to see a list of events Canton has to offer!

Want to know more?

Canton EDC
119 N. Buffalo St., Canton, Texas 75103
Tel: 903.567.1851 | Fax: 903.567.1872
E-mail: mrushing@cantontex.com

Business Expansion

Canton, Texas has a Bright Future in Business Expansion.

Canton EDC exists to promote all areas of Canton's economy, from industrial, service, retail, to heritage and nature tourism. Texas may be known for it’s big cities, but communities like Canton offer extraordinary quality of life and business opportunities for corporate America.

Close to the Dallas Metroplex and Positioned Along Interstate 20.

Canton is advantageously located in Northeast Texas along Interstate 20 and U.S. Highway 19 & 64. Historic Downtown Canton is an easy 60 minutes commute to Downtown Dallas. Canton has become a popular destination for weekend getaways as well as permanent residence from our urban neighbors.

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