As you fly into Perpignan airport it is worth sitting at a window seat on the right-hand side of the plane, as you usually get a good view of the town about ten minutes before landing as the pilot turns along the coast to begin the final descent. You can even see the flat from the plane if you know where to look!
Local Resources
Links to locally relevant websites:
Live (and nearly live) images from the official Canet webcams, hosted by the local authority.
The Canet Office de Tourisme with all the local info and things to do.