Canadian National Anthem

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The National Anthem of Canada

Nothing can inspire a profound patriotic moment quite like hearing the national anthem from your home country. Anthems are played during sporting events, political events and during the medal ceremonies at the Olympics. Music has a way of motivating, provoking emotion and triggering memories like almost nothing else.

So take some time to learn a little history about the national anthem of Canada, watch some amazing videos of the national anthem being sung, learn the words in French and check out the sheet music so that you can play it yourself.

Don't forget to leave us some feedback on what memories or emotions are stirred when you hear it!

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O Canada!

The official lyrics in English

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.

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 on iTunes

Track Artist Album  
O Canada Nikki Yanofsky O Canada (Vancouver Winter 2010 Version) - Single
O'Canada The Canadian Scottish Regiment Pipes and Drums & The Third Marine Aircraft Wing Band Canadian Bagpipes & American Brass
O Canada Various Artists & The International Philharmonic Orchestra 2008 Olympics
O Canada Alex Lifeson & Geddy Lee South Park (Original Soundtrack)

O Canada!

The official lyrics in French

O 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.

The Translation of the French Lyrics

Did you know that the English and French versions of the Canadian anthem are different? Here is how the French lyrics translate...

O Canada!
Land of our forefathers
Thy brow is wreathed with a glorious garland of flowers.

As is thy arm ready to wield the sword,
So also is it ready to carry the cross.

Thy history is an epic of the most brilliant exploits.
Thy valour steeped in faith

Will protect our homes and our rights
Will protect our homes and our rights.
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Canadian Anthem Links

Printable sheet music, lyrics and audio

Printable Sheet Music
PDF version of the anthem to print.
Printable Sheet Music
GIF Version
Info, lyrics and mp3 version
More information on the Canadian Anthem as well as other countries.

Canada National Anthem in Video

The most emotionally moving of these videos for me is the fans of the Edmonton Oilers singing the national anthem before a stanley cup playoff game. The crowd seems to sing with one voice. Truly Amazing!
Edmonton Oilers Fans sing O Canada
by Northlands | video info

5,304 ratings | 1,766,313 views
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The Sheet Music for the Canadian National Anthem

With the lyrics in both French and English

Feedback

Do you have any fond memories or patriotic moments with the National Anthem? What do you think of when you hear it? Let us know!

  • CanadaRed Oct 30, 2011 @ 10:15 pm | delete
    Whenever I'm at a hockey game, the National Anthem always gives me goosebumps.

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