The Canton Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) is a Texas nonprofit corporation that exists to promote all areas of Canton’s economy, from commercial and industrial business, to development, to Heritage and Nature Tourism. Our goal is to improve the business opportunities and overall environment for Canton through targeted business attractions, industry, real estate development, community promotions and collaborative partnership along with other appropriate economic development initiatives.

Mission: It is Canton Economic Development Corporation's mission to create a friendly economic environment that drives prosperity.

Monthly Board Meetings:
Every 4th Tuesday at 5:30 p.m.
Council Chambers
Canton City Hall
201 N. Buffalo St.
Canton, TX 75103
The facility is wheelchair accessible

Contact us today if you are looking for a growing community with an exciting new future!

The Economic Excellence Recognition program provides recognition to economic development organizations
that meet a desired threshold of professionalism. Recipients qualify for recognition based on training taken by their governing board/council as well as the economic development director and professional staff. Certifications, professional  memberships and activities, and organizational effectiveness of the economic development staff also contribute to the standards for qualification.