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Information on Canton, St. Lawrence County

MapLocation markerWelcome to our dedicated page for Canton, located in the state of New York, St. Lawrence County. Here, you will find detailed information about this city, including its geographical location, population data, administrative services, and local resources.

This page provides essential details such as the city hall's contact information, including its address, office hours, and ways to reach out via phone or email, making it easier for you to access city-related services. Additionally, we offer useful insights into key local services, including hospitals, schools, parks, and other points of interest in Canton, St. Lawrence County.

You can also explore up-to-date demographic statistics, learn about the city's history and unique features, and find answers to frequently asked questions regarding services and procedures.


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Canton town HALL, St. Lawrence County

Canton town Hall's addressCanton Canton Municipal Building
60 Main Street

CANTON NY 13617
United States
Phone number of Canton town Hall+1 315-386-2871
Canton, NY emailNot available
Canton official websitecantonnewyork.us/
Mayor of Canton
St. Lawrence County, New York: Vital Records Canton vital records
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Common questions about Canton

What county is Canton NY in?

Canton, NY is located in St. Lawrence County

Where is Canton, New York ?

Canton is a town in St. Lawrence County, located in the northern part of New York State, near the Canadian border. It's situated southeast of the city of Potsdam and northwest of the Adirondack Mountains. Canton is approximately 150 miles northeast of Syracuse and around 25 miles from the St. Lawrence River.

What is the cost of living in Canton NY ?

Canton building department, NY

If you're planning a construction or renovation project in Canton, NY, obtaining the necessary permits is a crucial first step. To request a permit, you should visit or contact the Canton Code Enforcement Office, which handles all aspects of the approval process. This office can provide detailed information regarding the fees involved and the expected timelines for processing your application. It's advisable to reach out directly to ensure you have the most accurate and up-to-date information before proceeding with your project.
If you have inquiries related to construction permits, inspections, code enforcement, or building regulations, we recommend contacting Canton's town hall or St. Lawrence County authorities directly.

Demography of Canton

Name of Canton inhabitants (demonym)Not available
DateCurrent valueClassed by Region/Country
Population7 155 inhabitants (2020)206 / 4 301
Population density in CantonNot available

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List of Passport Facilities in Canton, NY

Where to apply for a passport in Canton, NY? There are 2 passport offices in Canton, try one of these:
Name Street Phone number
CANTON POST OFFICE100 MAIN ST3153864502
ST LAWRENCE COUNTY CLERKS OFFICE48 COURT STREET3153792237

Top 3 most popular banks in Canton

There are 5 bank branches in Canton.
Community Bank, National Association is the most popular bank in Canton with 3 branch offices, followed by NBT Bank, National Association with 1 branch offices and then The North Country Savings Bank with 1 branch offices.

Find below all bank branches in Canton:

Bank's name Number of branch offices Service Type
Community Bank, National Association3Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
NBT Bank, National Association1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
The North Country Savings Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office

Canton administrative numbers

Canton town code3612331
Canton town postcode13617 (Another town has the same postcode)

Transportation modes in Canton

Airport
Ogdensburg International Airport 15.6 miles
Massena International Airport 28.4 miles
Maxson Airfield 40.9 miles

Canton territory

Canton areaNot available
Canton altitude377 Altitude feet
Geographical coordinatesLatitude: 44.5975
Longitude: -75.1711
Latitude: 44° 35' 51'' North
Longitude: 75° 10' 16'' West
Time zone
UTC -5:00 (America/New_York)
Summer time : UTC -4:00
Winter time : UTC -5:00
Local time
Namesake of Canton
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Rensselaer Falls (361 inhabitants)
Natural parksCanton isn't part of a natural park

What is Canton close to?

Nearby cities include: Hermon, Potsdam, Lisbon and Madrid
LisbonPotsdamPotsdam
HermonNeighbouring townsPotsdam
HermonHermonRussell
Hermon 9.6 milesPotsdam 10.3 milesLisbon 10.5 miles
Madrid 11.5 milesDe Kalb 12.6 milesRussell 13.7 miles
Oswegatchie 14.6 milesDeposit 14.8 milesDe Peyster 14.8 miles
Parishville 15.8 milesOgdensburg 16.3 milesNorfolk 16.6 miles
Clare 17.5 milesColton 17.7 milesWaddington 18.2 miles
Canada Prescott 18.9 milesStockholm 19.2 milesEdwards 19.7 miles
Macomb 22.3 milesCanada South Dundas 22.4 milesCanada Edwardsburgh/Cardinal 22.9 miles

Distance between Canton and other main cities and towns

New York City : 275 miles closestLos Angeles : 2387 milesChicago : 655 miles
Houston : 1507 milesPhoenix : 2107 milesPhiladelphia : 321 miles
San Antonio : 1651 milesSan Diego : 2383 milesDallas : 1419 miles
San Jose : 2457 milesFort Worth : 1443 milesAustin : 1578 miles
Jacksonville : 1048 milesColumbus : 472 milesIndianapolis : 654 miles
Distances are calculated as the crow flies

Elementary schools in Canton

F S Banford Elementary School

District of Canton Central School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 4
Students : 514

Middle schools in Canton

J M McKenney Middle School

District of Canton Central School District
Lowest grade : 5, Highest grade : 8
Students : 380

High schools in Canton

H C Williams Senior High School

District of Canton Central School District
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 405

Alternative schools in Canton

Saint Lawrence-Lewis BOCES

Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 12
Students : 310

Private schools in Canton

Little River Community School

Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 12
Students : 38

St Mary's School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 6
Students : 76