Listen to me fellow Canadians, what I want to say-

We can solve all problems if we sit on one tray

May Canada grow in stature, let us all pray.

We have to keep Canada as No 1, come what may

To become good citizens every law and order we should obey

Peace is our necessity for which-

Every good game we have to play.

Canada welcomes all, whether White, Black, Brown or Grey,

We should work hard for Canada's prosperity, don't delay

Tough times we'll overcome, our actions will speak our say

Stay honest to Canada, don't our trust betray.

I am here Prem Kalia praying you enjoy this Happy Day,

And with fellow South Asian Focus readers share in our heyday.

- The poet Prem Kalia is a respected Brampton-based community member who invariably writes his letters in verse, taking correspondence to a fine art level