Mission Statement of the Canton Police Department

Our Mission is to provide public safety services that are designed to fairly, efficiently, and effectively prevent crime and safeguard lives and property.

We will provide professional police services by inviting public participation resulting in a community atmosphere where citizens are free of unnecessary regulation and are treated with dignity and respect.

Our personnel will maintain high ethical standards, training and professional development.  Our goal is to provide a community that is safe, secure, and a pleasant place to live and visit.