The Canton Police department shall protect the lives and property of the citizens of Canton, enforce laws, prevent crime, and educate the public. 

We, the men and women of this department, shall perform these duties with honesty and fairness. Through strong leadership and continuos training, we will strive to serve as role models for the community, applying professional standards and commitment to integrity, sensitivity, and compassion to those we serve. 
 
 
 

1. To be a progressive, proactive organization, dedicated to safety and serving the needs of the community; 
2. To be responsive and accountable to the citizens of Canton through the chain of command and City  
    Administration; 
3. To promote the professional and personal growth of each employee through strong, fair, flexible leadership; 
4. To create an environment in which employees can attain the highest degree of creativity, productivity, and  
    sense of morale; 
5. To maintain a spirit of cooperation within the department and between labor unions and other representative 
    organizations; 
6. To be fair, honest, and display common sense in all actions.