| Type: | parish |
| Canhas | |
| Region: | Madeira |
| Municipality: | Ponta do Sol |
| Island: | Madeira |
| Coordinates: | 32.7267°N -17.1094°W |
| Established Date: | Settlement: fl.1550 Parish: 10 July 1578 |
| Area Total: | 16.66 |
| Elevation M: | 985 |
| Population Total: | 3769 |
| Population As Of: | 2011 |
| Postal Code: | 9360-00 |
| Area Code: | 291 |
| Patron: | Nossa Senhora das Dores |
Canhas is a civil parish in the municipality of Ponta do Sol in the Portuguese archipelago of Madeira. Extending into the interior from the coast, the parish has an area of 16.66 km2.[1] It has a population of 3,769 (2011).[2]
A once essentially agricultural parish, Canhas has gradually been converted into an important economic centre, while retaining its rural feel. Even though agriculture is still a prime industry, civil construction and related industries have conquered a prominent position in the parish.