This time capsule aims to preserve a snapshot of life in Saint-Laurent in 2025. It will allow future generations to discover the daily life, values, and objects that have marked our era, while highlighting the evolution of our community over time.

Citizens of Saint-Laurent are invited to suggest items that could be deposited in the capsule to be rediscovered in 2043. The suggestions received will be evaluated by a selection committee based on the criteria listed below to ensure a balanced and meaningful representation of life in Saint-Laurent in 2025.

How to submit an item

Those who wish to submit an item to be included in the time capsule must complete the participation form (in French only) by August 25, 2025, and comply with the following conditions:

1. Reside in Saint-Laurent (proof of address may be requested to confirm the eligibility of the submitted item)
2. Agree to bring their item, if selected, to Saint-Laurent borough hall (777 Boulevard Marcel-Laurin) by September 12, 2025, at 4 p.m. Those whose items have been selected will receive confirmation by email or phone no later than September 5, 2025.

Item selection criteria

Category

The item must fall into one of the following four categories: 

• Daily life (eg., Opus card, restaurant menu, fashion accessory, etc.)
• Technology (eg., headphones, list of most-used apps, computer accessories, etc.)
• Environment (eg., resuable water bottle or bag, repaired or repurposed item, etc.)
• Culture, sports, and leisure (eg., movie tickets, event wristband, popular toy, etc.)

Connection to Saint-Laurent

• The item must have a clear local connection: its daily life, its history, a local business, a local event, en experience in Saint-Laurent, etc.
• A short written description must accompany each item to explain its connection to Saint-Laurent. 

Historical and cultural relevance

• The item must reflect a significant aspect of life in 2025: habits, technologies, leisure activities, concerns, trends, etc.
• It may represent an individual or collective voice (family, school, community group). 

Originality and diversity

• Unique objects that offer a different perspective will be given priority.
• The goal is to represent the diversity of ages, cultures, neighbourhoods, and communities in Saint-Laurent. 

Format and durability

The item must be: 

• Small (like a paperback book)
• Light (fewer than 500 grams)
• Non-perishable, non-toxic, and containing no active electronic components (no batteries)
• Durable (avoid unprotected paper and fragile materials)

Respect of Saint-Laurent values

No offensive, political, religious or discriminatory content will be accepted.