Canaan, Maine
Photo Courtesy of Diane Parola
Monday, December 16, 2019, 6:00pm Selectmen 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.
MUNICIPAL NOMINATION PAPERS AVAIL DEC 6TH
NOMINATION PAPERS AVAILABLE DECEMBER 6, 2019 for the following positions:
(3) Selectmen for 1 year term; (1) Road Commissioner for 1 year term; (1) MSAD #54 School Board Director for term of 3 years; (1) Town Clerk for term of 3 years.
- Anyone may circulate a petition. You do not have to witness the signatures. They will be validated by the Town Clerk.
- Town Clerk must complete the candidate name and position seeking nomination.
- Candidates and family members of the candidate may sign the paper.
- You must collect not less than 25 and not more than 100 signatures of registered voters of Canaan.
Deadline to submit to Town Clerk is January 15th by 7pm.
Notice of Proof of Residency Requirement to Register or Re-Register your Motor Vehicle in Canaan
NOTICE OF PROOF RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT TO REGISTER OR RE-REGISTER A MOTOR VEHICLE In the TOWN OF CANAAN
IF YOU ARE “KNOWN TO THE CLERK” THAT YOU ARE A RESIDENT OF CANAAN PROOF IS NOT NECESSARY
The following is a list of items you may use as proof of residency that shows your physical address in Canaan:
- Current Valid Maine Drivers License or State of Maine ID (not P.O. Box)
- Current utility bill
- Currently dated rent receipt, lease agreement or resident tax bill
- Bank account with your name and physical address
- Paycheck or Government Check
- Current Income Tax Return
- Current Resident Hunting/Fishing License
ABSENTEE BALLOT APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE NOW FOR 03/03/2020 STATE PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY/REF
AVAILABLE now Until February 27, 2020
Special Circumstance Application will be available, for those who qualify, 02/28 through election day
Marriage Licenses
INSTRUCTIONS FOR OBTAINING A MARRIAGE LICENSE IN MAINE
Information you will need prior to scheduling your Marriage License appointment (plan 1/2 hr):
Valid picture ID – Maine Driver’s License/ID card or Passport
Court Certified Divorce Decree of most recent divorce for each applicant (must have raised seal of originating court)
Proof of Canaan residency (if not on driver’s license)
Both must be present to sign in presence of the Town Clerk
Must be at least 18 years of age (if underage, see 5. Below)
Obtaining Birth, Death, and Marriage Certificates
Online Vehicle & Trailer Registrations
The Town of Canaan now offers Rapid Renewal for vehicle and trailer registrations! Click on the link below and follow the prompts to complete your registration renewal and then you will receive your new stickers in the mail.
Vital Records Requests
The Town of Canaan now offers online requests for Birth, Marriage, and Death Certificates. If you are in need of one of these records and are unable to come into the office, click here and select Canaan in the Issuing Municipality drop-down menu. We will receive a notification of your request, and will process accordingly. If you have any questions, contact us at the town office.
Dog Licenses
2020 DOG TAGS AVAILABLE NOW - win a dog basket full of treats & toys for your dog if you register by January 31st!
TO AVOID A $25 LATE FEE per dog, you must register by January 31st!!
As required by Maine State 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. Licenses 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 OR online!