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“O Canada” was proclaimed Canada's national anthem in 1980, a century after it was first sung in 1880. The music was composed by Calixa Lavallée, and the French lyrics were written by Adolphe-Basile Routhier.
OUR NATIONAL ANTHEM (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 ...
Jun 25, 2024 · ‘O Canada,’ national anthem of Canada. It was proclaimed the official national anthem on July 1, 1980. ‘God Save the Queen’ remains the royal anthem of Canada. Learn more about the anthem’s composers, its English and French lyrics, changes over the years, and more.
Jun 7, 2010 · LYRICS: 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 ...
"O Canada" had served as a de facto national anthem since 1939, officially becoming the country's national anthem in 1980 when Canada's National Anthem Act received royal assent and became effective on July 1 as part of that year's Dominion Day (today's Canada Day) celebrations.
Calixa Lavallée, known as “Canada’s national musician”, was asked to compose the music for a poem written by Adolphe-Basile Routhier. As intended, the first performance of “O Canada” took place on June 24, 1880, at a banquet held at the Pavillon des Patineurs in the City of Québec.
True patriot love in all thy sons 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...
“O Canada” is Canada’s national anthem. Originally called “Chant national,” it was written in Québec City by Sir Adolphe-Basile Routhier (words in French) and composer Calixa Lavallée (music), and first performed there on 24 June 1880.
The Royal Anthem, “God Save the King,” is a traditional song that also acts as the national anthem of the United Kingdom. While the traditional song is English, there is also a French and a bilingual version for official use in Canada.
In honour of the country that we are privileged to live and sing in, we are proud to present 'O Canada', the Canadian National Anthem in honour of Canada Day on July 1st. ...more.
