Canaan, Maine
Monday, June 24, 2019, 6:00pm Selectmen's Meeting at Canaan Town Office
The Canaan Maine Fire Department Is Actively Seeking Volunteers
Welcome to Canaan, Maine
Canaan is a quiet suburban town located between Skowhegan and Pittsfield in Somerset County. The town’s makeup is a combination of residential, agricultural and small businesses with a population of around 2,300 and is rapidly growing.
There are two lakes, Sibley and Lake George, for those that enjoy Maine’s waters. We offer our residents the best of both worlds, a gateway to natural beauty and the opportunity to grow a business within a community of support.
This website contains useful information related to town operations, services, fees, meetings, points of interest, and local events. We also have links to the state, county and other relevant websites.
Dog Licenses
Dogs 6 Months & Older Must Be Registered Within 10 Days of Ownership
As required by State of Maine law, every dog over 6 months of age shall be licensed by its owner in the Town/City where the dog resides within 10 days of ownership. License are valid until December 31st of each year. Please bring a certificate of spay/neutering (if applicable), and a current rabies certificate. The fee for spayed/neutered dogs is $6.00 per year, and for unaltered dogs the fee is $11.00 per year. A late fee of $25 will be applied after January 31. Dog licenses can be purchased at the Town Office during regular office hours.