The Oath of Citizenship
The Oath of Citizenship is a formal declaration of loyalty to the Sovereign (Queen or King), not a flag or document.
In Canada's constitutional monarchy, the Sovereign represents all Canadians.
When taking the Oath, new citizens pledge to: bear allegiance to the Sovereign, observe the laws of Canada, and fulfill their duties as citizens.
Understanding the Oath
The Sovereign personifies Canada, while Canada is personified by the Sovereign.
Loyalty in Canada is professed to a person (the Sovereign) who symbolizes the unity of Canadians.