[3] Hymn Sing was originally scheduled for a 13-week run, but due to overwhelming popularity, it grew into a 30-year series.
Hymn Sing was viewed by more than 3 million Canadians per week, and at times, had better ratings that Hockey Night in Canada.
The event ended with a 90 minute celebratory concert at Bethel Mennonite Church, which featured over 70 former Hymn Sing performers.
[2] John Nelson, a show performer from 1968 to 1974, said of the event "This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, as many of us are now in our 60s, or even mid-70s, it's also our opportunity to thank our fans, and bring a sense of closure… that we never really had until now.
"[3] The concert paid homage to various important members of the Hymn Sing team, including musical director Winnifred Sim and pianist Mitch Parks.