[Verse 1] There's a calling across our northern land For citizens to take a stand Not just soldiers in uniform bright But everyone joining the fight Doctors, teachers, engineers too Canada's defence needs me and you When crisis comes knocking at our door We're stronger when we all step forward [Chorus] Service, Security, Strength as one National Service has begun Civic hearts and willing hands Protecting our Canadian lands Innovation, Integration, Implementation true Defence Team welcomes me and you Together we stand, together we serve Canada Strong is what we preserve [Verse 2] Picture programs that bridge the divide Where civilians work alongside Military experts sharing their skills While fresh perspectives climb the hills Technology hubs and cyber defence Young minds making intelligence dense From coast to coast to northern shore Building capacity like never before [Chorus] Service, Security, Strength as one National Service has begun Civic hearts and willing hands Protecting our Canadian lands Innovation, Integration, Implementation true Defence Team welcomes me and you Together we stand, together we serve Canada Strong is what we preserve [Bridge] When disasters strike or threats arise We're prepared with no surprise Every citizen trained and ready Makes our nation strong and steady From emergency response teams To fulfilling security dreams We're building bridges every day Between military and civilian way [Verse 3] Think of service learning programs Where students help create new systems Research partnerships growing strong Where university minds belong Public-private cooperation Strengthening our entire nation When everyone has skin in the game Canada's security stakes its claim [Final Chorus] Service, Security, Strength as one National Service has begun Civic hearts and willing hands Protecting our Canadian lands Innovation, Integration, Implementation true Defence Team welcomes me and you Together we stand, together we serve Canada Strong is what we preserve Canada Strong is what we preserve
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