The Oath of Citizenship

Welcome to the first chapter of your learning journey. In this lesson, we begin by understanding a foundational idea in Canada’s system of government. In Canada, our allegiance is pledged to an individual embodying the collective identity of all Canadians, rather than to artifacts like a constitution, a symbol like a flag, or a geopolitical entity like a nation. This reflects a constitutional tradition rooted in continuity, unity, and shared values, where the Crown represents stability and the rule of law, shaping how Canada is governed today.