3,600 Seconds. 3,600 Colors. One Nation in Unity.
Standing 45 feet tall in the heart of Montreal, our Guinness World Record-breaking hourglass symbolizes the passage of time and the power of giving.
"Those who give, receive in return" – each grain of sand represents a moment of generosity from Canadians across the nation.
Experience our 30-minute synchronized light and music show, with different themes each night celebrating Canada's diversity.
Celebrating what brings us together as a nation.
Honoring First Nations traditions and art.
Celebrating the longest night with light.
Join us in Montreal or watch live as we ring in the new year with spectacular performances and the grand finale of the TimeSands Hourglass.
Top Canadian artists across genres.
Synchronized with the hourglass drop.
Family zones, VIP sections, and more.
Celebrating our collective impact.
The TimeSands Hourglass will tour major cities after its Montreal debut. Explore upcoming events near you.
Jan 15-30
Feb 5-20
Mar 1-15
Apr 5-20
May 1-15
Jun 5-20
For every $1 donated, we'll light up one second of the countdown. Your generosity supports local charities across Canada.
2.1M meals provided
84 communities supported
15,000 counseling sessions