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  • Mayor William Truly presents honorary 'Key to the City' to University of Mississippi Chancellor Dr. Dan Jones.

  • Known as the City of Lights, Canton shows its shining spirit.

  • A local church choir performs during a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Wal-Mart.

  • Progressive, yet historic. Canton's architectural details are the perfect blend of history and beauty.

  • City leaders pause to celebrate a historic moment of business growth.

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Welcome to Canton!

Perched on the northern outskirts of Mississippi’s metro area, Canton is a beautiful city boasting small town charm with a progressive attitude. Come visit, shop, and take a stroll along our picturesque square and see why Canton is one of the best places to be in Mississippi.

Mayor’s Message

Welcome to the City of Canton’s website. We hope you find the site helpful in discovering what the “City of Lights” has to offer. Canton features a unique blend of awesome opportunities for individuals, families, and businesses. It’s an especially wonderful place to visit and enjoy some of the South’s wonderful culture. Read more →

City of Canton Videos

Visit often for highlighted videos about City of Canton events, board meetings, community happenings and more.

What’s Happening in Canton?

See a listing of public events, city meeting and community happenings.

If you're a Canton organization, business or group hosting a free public event, be sure to submit it for inclusion at cantonmississippi@gmail.com. Read more →