Canada's Christian Heritage is reflected in the lyrics of our national anthem. The CHP works for the day when the blessing of God will restore liberty, prosperity and peace to the diverse peoples that make up Canada.

The full text of "O Canada!"

O Canada! our home and native land!
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.

Refrain:
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! Where pines and maples grow.
Great prairies spread and lordly rivers flow.
How dear to us thy broad domain,
From East to Western Sea,
Thou land of hope for all who toil!
Thou True North, strong and free!

Refrain

O Canada! Beneath thy shining skies
May stalwart sons and gentle maidens rise,
To keep thee steadfast through the years
From East to Western Sea,
Our own beloved native land!
Our True North, strong and free!

Refrain

Ruler supreme, who hearest humble prayer,
Hold our dominion within thy loving care;
Help us to find, O God, in thee
A lasting, rich reward,
As waiting for the Better Day,
We ever stand on guard.

Refrain

Historical Note:

"O Canada!" was originally written in 1908 by Stanley Weir. The version above is the official verse one and refrain, plus Weir's original verses two, three, and four.

For more history of "O Canada!" visit this government website.