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.

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

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

Business Expansion

Canton, Texas has a Bright Future in Business Expansion.

The City of Canton has now grown to a population of 5,147. With that growth has come new businesses, enlarging of old businesses. Mill Creek Ranch was opened in 2008 and has been named the second best RV Recreational Resort in Texas.

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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