Canton Bicentennial Information
Welcome to the Canton IL Bicentennial Celebration information page. To honor this significant occasion, the Bicentennial Planning Committee has planned a series of events and activities from June 20-29, 2025, that will not only showcase our rich heritage but also bring our community together in a spirit of unity and celebration. To honor Canton’s Bicentennial […]
Posted: August 22, 2024 | View More »Broadband Infrastructure. Could it be better?
Is your internet spotty? Do you struggle streaming, working or scrolling from your home or office? Access to reliable high-speed internet is essential for education, businesses, healthcare, and everyday life. Many rural areas in Fulton County still face challenges with slow or unreliable connections. Your input is crucial in helping us identify gaps in service […]
Posted: March 21, 2025 | View More »Canton launches Community Needs Survey
Canton & Lewistown have launched an online Community Needs Assessment with the Spoon River Partnership for Economic Development and IHDA. It’s confidential and your feedback will help pave the way forward for our housing & community development projects. The cities of Canton and Lewistown, in collaboration with the Spoon River Partnership for Economic Development (SRPED) […]
Posted: November 25, 2024 | View More »City Offers Text/Email Alerts
The City of Canton is pleased to introduce a new email and/or text message alert system that residents may choose to sign up for. It will automatically send alerts regarding water main breaks, Boil Orders, or any other vital information. To sign up for alerts, simply text the word CANTON to 8887777. Contact the water […]
Posted: May 18, 2023 | View More »Join the fun at the 34th Annual Canton Cruise-In in Downtown Canton
Registration now open for the Canton Cruise-In Join the fun by registering your vehicle to be a part of the 34th Annual Canton Cruise In car show going on in Downtown Canton on Friday, June 20th from 4 to 8 pm. Downtown CantonFriday, June 20th4:00 – 8:00pm Street Rods, Antiques Autos, Classic Cars, Muscle Cars, […]
Posted: March 29, 2024 | View More »Annual Chamber Golf Outing Registration Open!
Annual Chamber Golf Outing Registration is now open for the Annual Chamber Golf outing. The Golf Outing will take place on Friday, May 16th at Wee-Ma-Tuk Hills Country Club! $350 for a team, includes: golf fees, 2 golf carts, game chances, mulligans, pink tees and lunch. There is limited space, so get your team register […]
Posted: March 25, 2022 | View More »Community Work Day
Community Work Day on Saturday, April 26 from 9 to noon Grab some friends or your co-workers and participate in the Community Work Day. You will help volunteer to assist with projects around the Canton Community including some of our local agencies, schools and Jones Park in downtown Canton. Let us know you are coming […]
Posted: February 29, 2024 | View More »