National anthem of Canada

 

The national anthem of Canada is called "O Canada." It was originally written in French by Sir Adolphe-Basile Routhier and composed by Calixa Lavallée. The English lyrics, which are the most commonly sung version, were written by Robert Stanley Weir. "O Canada" became Canada's official national anthem on July 1, 1980. The anthem celebrates the beauty and unity of Canada and is often sung at official events and sporting competitions.

                                                             English version

O Canada!

Our home and native land!

True patriot love in all of us command.

With glowing hearts we see thee rise,

The True North strong and free!

From far and wide,

O Canada, we stand on guard for thee.

God keep our land glorious and free!

O Canada, we stand on guard for thee.

O Canada, we stand on guard for thee.

O Canada, we stand on guard for thee.

French version

Ô Canada!

Terre de nos aïeux,

Ton front est ceint de fleurons glorieux!

Car ton bras sait porter l'épée,

Il sait porter la croix!

Ton histoire est une épopée

Des plus brillants exploits.

Et ta valeur, de foi trempée,

Protégera nos foyers et nos droits.

Protégera nos foyers et nos droits.