One of the encomenderas was Bantulia Sosa de Rivero, who in 1700 had responsibility entrusted for the care of 250 indigenous inhabitants.

[2] Yucatán declared its independence from the Spanish Crown in 1821 and in 1825, the area was assigned to the Izamal Municipality.

The significant populations are shown below:[2] Every year from 14 – 16 September, Cansahcab holds an annual fair or "fiesta del pueblo" during which an impromptu bullfighting ring is set up to host much of the festivities which include a charrería, bullfighting and folkloric dancing.

[8] On 4 October, a feast is held in honor of St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint of the town.

[2] Notable locals include General Teodosio Canto who was governor of the state of Yucatán from 1882-1886.