[Verse 1] Canada's Arctic stretches wide and far But we don't defend it all alone Nations from around the world unite To keep our northern regions strong Japan and Germany lend their hand Though they're not Arctic states they stand With shared priorities and common goals Together we protect the cold [Chorus] Eight ways to engage, multilateral stage Partners from afar in the Arctic are NATO and beyond, building bonds so strong Diversify our ties beneath northern skies Eight ways to engage, multilateral stage Working hand in hand across the frozen land [Verse 2] NATO brings together allies true Article Five protection through and through But there's more than just the Alliance way Other forums meet and have their say Arctic Council sets the table wide Where eight Arctic nations sit with pride Observer states contribute too Like South Korea and the EU [Chorus] Eight ways to engage, multilateral stage Partners from afar in the Arctic are NATO and beyond, building bonds so strong Diversify our ties beneath northern skies Eight ways to engage, multilateral stage Working hand in hand across the frozen land [Bridge] Don't put all eggs in just one basket Spread partnerships wide and ask it What can each nation bring to share In the Arctic's frosty air Security, research, and trade Strong foundations we have made [Verse 3] From Singapore's ships to Britain's planes Many nations share Arctic gains Climate change affects us all So together we stand tall Multilateral is the key Arctic cooperation free [Final Chorus] Eight ways to engage, multilateral stage Partners from afar in the Arctic are NATO and beyond, building bonds so strong Diversify our ties beneath northern skies Eight ways to engage, that's Canada's way Working hand in hand across our Arctic land [Outro] Together strong, we all belong In the Arctic's endless song
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