he City of Candon, chartered in March 28, 2001 via RA 9018, plays a vital role in the development of Ilocos Sur.  Its geographical setting and proximity to the national highway and other towns encourages mobility in terms of trade, economic, social and cultural activities.

Candon being the center of commerce is also termed by the Department of Trade and Industry as the “Bagsakan Center” in Ilocos Sur particularly in the Second District of this province contributed by the activity especially of the bigger traders bringing in their trades for marketing to the consumers not only from Candon but also going out to other towns neighboring Candon.

Also, being called as the center of commerce, is due to the fact that many towns, not only the adjacent towns but also others, come to Candon for commercial activities.  Candon caters to the commercial needs of the towns of Sta. Cruz, Santiago, Banayoyo, Galimuyod, Salcedo, Del Pilar, Sta. Cruz, San Esteban, Liblibda, San Emilio and as far as some towns from the province of Abra with an estimated combined population of 100,000 served.  The city can boast of a supermarket and a shopping mall, banking and lending institutions, recreational facilities, tourism facilities, health and medical establishment which caters to the basic needs and demands of the locality and the neighboring towns.

It is ardently hoped that with the innovation and survival instincts of the Candonians, the city shall continue to be a provider of goods and services to the whole province.