Canute Guild

Canute Guild (Kanuti gild; Guilde de Sainte-Canut) was a guild in Tallinn, Estonia. The guild was named after St Knud Lavard (1096−1131), son of Eric I of Denmark, Duke of Schleswig

The guild was established probably in 13th century; it was mentioned first in 1326. At the beginning, the guild was composed of artisans and merchants. After the creation of the Great Guild (circa 14th century), the merchants relocated thence.

Most of the guild's members were Germans. For Estonians, becoming a member was restricted, especially between 1508 and 1698.

The guild closed in 1920, after around six centuries of service.