The Royal Canadian Navy is coming under fire for steering away from its official march, Heart of Oak, because the centuries-old anthem contains references to colonialism and slavery, and doesn’t represent everyone who wears the uniform, including women and Francophones.

“The Heart of Oak was written in 1759,” said Defence Minister Bill Blair, who took questions about ditching the British march Friday at the Halifax International Security Forum.

The marching song Heart of Oak under is fire for "language that does not align with values and ethos of today’s Royal Canadian Navy."{ai:summary}<p>The Royal Canadian Navy faces criticism for moving away from its traditional march, "Heart of Oak," due to its colonial and slavery references. Defence Minister Bill Blair acknowledged the anthem's historical context while addressing concerns about inclusivity for all service members.  </p><p>#society</p>

Royal Canadian Navy considers dropping traditional marching song over diversity issues

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