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Canton, Michigan

Located in Wayne County, Michigan, Canton was established in 1834. Canton Township is named after Canton, China — not Canton, Ohio. One of Michigan's largest townships by population.
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Founded 1834 | Population 98,000 | Peak 98,000 (2024) | County Wayne County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Canton, Michigan

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1834Township Organized: Named after Canton, China due to trade interest.
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1960Parks & Recreation: Canton developed parks and recreational facilities that became central to community life.
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1970Detroit Suburban Boom: Rapid residential growth.
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2000IKEA and Retail: Major commercial development along Ford Road.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1834 Culture
Township Organized
1960 Culture
Parks & Recreation
1970 Business
Detroit Suburban Boom
2000 Business
IKEA and Retail

Did You Know?

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Canton Township is named after Canton, China — not Canton, Ohio.
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One of Michigan's largest townships by population.
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Ford Road is one of the busiest retail corridors in metro Detroit.
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Canton is located in Wayne County, Michigan.
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Canton was founded in 1834.

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