This anthem was adopted in 1980. It was used to be a de facto anthem since 1939, and it was officially adopted in 1980. Before the adoption, French was the first lyrics to release in 1880 for the Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day ceremony. Later in 1906, the original French lyrics was translated to English. With the 1908 version being used as a English lyrics. Since Canada is one of the Commonwealth realm, "God Save the King" was used as a royal anthem. A national anthem of Canada. Preceded by: "The Maple Leaf Forever" Royal anthem: "God Save the King" https://planet.mblock.cc/project/2811809 French lyrics is available under the English lyrics. English 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 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. ---------------- *Before 2018: "thy sons" ---------------- French lyrics: 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.