Nestled in the Farmington River Valley, Canton is a delightful country town . The center of town has cultural points of interest like specialty antiques shops and an art gallery in addition to the regular stores.

A repertory theater provides a forum for budding actors. The Art Guild exhibits the work of Canton's many local resident artists. At the southwestern tip of Canton, is a charming historical village called Collinsville. It is located in a wooded setting overlooking the Farmington River with spectacular examples of early Victorian architecture.

The town's school system emphasizes writing as a form of individual expression from an early age. Four schools make up the school system in Canton: kindergarten-third grade, fourth-sixth grade, a middle school and a high school.

The Roaring Brook Nature Center provides folk music programs, astronomy, and nature walks amon other outdoor recreation facilities. Horseback riding, hiking, swimming, tennis, team sports, skating and cross-country skiing are offered at the Mills Pond Recreation Area. The multi-use Farmington River Trail which was built on an old railroad bed winds through town and into surrounding towns.

The Public Library has lectures, photography exhibits, book clubs, and an annual crossword puzzle tournament.