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MISSISSAUGA RESIDENT GETS LOTTO MAX TICKET AS A TIP, LEADS TO $500,000 MAXMILLIONS PRIZE

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Toronto, ON – Elizabeth Kielty of Mississauga can now realize her dreams after winning a $500,000 MAXMILLIONS prize in the August 13, 2024 LOTTO MAX draw. And it all started with a surprise tip from a customer.

Elizabeth works in the transportation service industry, and while at work one day, a customer gifted her a LOTTO MAX Free Play ticket as a tip for great service. To her astonishment, that ticket would lead to her first big win!

“I set the ticket aside and completely forgot about it,” Elizabeth recounted, while visiting the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto to claim her windfall. “Several weeks later, I remembered the ticket and took it to the store to redeem my Free Play with another LOTTO MAX ticket.”

A few days after the LOTTO MAX draw, Elizabeth went back to the store to check her tickets. “When I had my ticket that came from the “tip” validated, the lottery terminal froze, and the clerk told me my ticket was a big winner. I remained calm and collected — but I was in disbelief. A representative from OLG called the store, and I said, ‘Are you sure I won? I think you made a mistake!’”

“I spent the next 24 hours trying to understand how I’d won this prize,” shared Elizabeth. “I was convinced there had been an error somewhere. I only really believed it around 2 a.m. when I found the information about the winning ticket on OLG’s website. Clearly, I’m an evidence-based person!” she said with a laugh.

Elizabeth plans to upgrade her vehicle and invest the remainder of her winnings in a safe place as she determines her next steps. “I’m happy to receive this prize and grateful for the positive impact it’ll have on my life.”

While Elizabeth has been playing the lottery with OLG for decades, both independently and as part of various groups, she is still shocked at the unexpected events that led to her incredible win. “I never expected something like this to happen to me. It’s very surprising, but I’ll take it!” she concluded with a smile.

LOTTO MAX players in Ontario have won over $9.2 billion since 2009, including 115 jackpot wins and 943 MAXMILLIONS prizes, right across the province. LOTTO MAX is $5 per play and draws take place on Tuesdays and Fridays.

The winning ticket was purchased at Petro-Canada on Burnhamthorpe Road in Mississauga

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BRAMPTON RESIDENT WINS $1 MILLION IN LOTTO 6/49 GOLD BALL DRAW

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Toronto, ON – Pareshkumar Naik of Brampton can “find his possible” after winning a LOTTO 6/49 prize worth $1 million in the Gold Ball Draw on April 9, 2025.

Pareshkumar, who works in real estate, is an occasional lottery player with OLG. He enjoys playing LOTTO 6/49 and LOTTO MAX, using OLG’s Quick Pick feature to make his selections and adding ENCORE to all his tickets. The married father of one is now thrilled to be celebrating his first big win!

“I went to the store for groceries, and while I was in line, I thought, ‘Why not grab a ticket?’” Pareshkumar recalled, while visiting the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto to claim his windfall.

“I was at the store alone when I discovered I’d won big,” he recounted. “I froze on the spot and had no reaction. I was at a loss for words and couldn’t wrap my mind around what was happening!”

Pareshkumar immediately called his wife to share the incredible news. “She didn’t believe me at all,” he said with a laugh. “She kept saying, ‘This can’t be true,’ so I drove home to show her the proof. When I did, the look on her face was priceless. She was completely stunned.”

While he hasn’t made any major plans just yet, Pareshkumar says he will decide with his family what to do with his winnings. “This money will help out a lot,” he said with a smile.

“It’s still hard for me to process this win. Maybe once I see the money in my bank account, it’ll finally start to sink in.”

When asked how it feels to win the lottery, Pareshkumar reflected, “I feel very excited and blessed to have won. It was certainly a day I’ll never forget!”

LOTTO 6/49 offers players a chance to win two multi-million dollar jackpots every Wednesday and Saturday, for the same $3 per play.

The Classic Draw offers a fixed $5 million jackpot for every draw, while the Gold Ball Draw guarantees a $1 million prize, or the growing jackpot that starts at $10 million and can exceed $60 million. Click here for more information about the new LOTTO 6/49.

The winning ticket was purchased at Gateway Newstands on Albion Road in Etobicoke.

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AJAX RESIDENT CELEBRATING $763,178 LOTTARIO JACKPOT WIN

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TORONTO, ON – Elreica Malcolm of Ajax hit it big, winning “Ontario’s jackpot”! Her 7-number Combination Play not only landed her the jackpot of $760,178.70, but also an additional $3,000 in prizing from the March 29, 2025, LOTTARIO draw.

Elreica, a retiree, has been a regular lottery player with OLG for more than 30 years. She uses OLG’s Quick Pick feature to make her selections and always says “yes” to ENCORE. The married mother of three was in for the surprise of a lifetime when she discovered her first big win!

“I was at the store when I checked my ticket and found out I’d won the jackpot. I was excited and nervous at the same time. This was all very new to me,” Elreica expressed, while visiting the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto to claim her windfall. “I always had a feeling I’d win big one day, and finally, it happened! It feels great to have won and I’m humbled by this experience.”

Until today, Elreica has kept the news of her win under wraps. “I haven’t told anyone,” she said with a smile. “This is the most excitement I’ve had in a very long time. I plan to use my prize to pay off bills and take a nice vacation. I just have to decide where I’ll go,” she concluded.

LOTTARIO launched in 1978 as Ontario’s first terminal lotto game. Tickets are $1 and the draws take place every Saturday. Tickets purchased before 11:59 p.m. on Fridays are eligible for the Early Bird draw. Visit the LOTTARIO page on OLG.ca for more information.

The winning ticket was purchased at Esso/Circle K on Bayly Street East in Ajax.

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LIGHTNING LOTTO JACKPOT STRIKES WELLAND RESIDENT!

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Toronto, ON – James Gaspar of Welland was struck by the LIGHTNING LOTTO jackpot on April 6, 2025. The top prize had grown to $462,319.20 before it was won!

James, a produce clerk, has been a regular lottery player with OLG for the past decade. His go-to games include LOTTO MAX, LOTTO 6/49, ONTARIO 49, and LOTTARIO. However, it was a relatively unfamiliar ticket that brought him his most electrifying prize yet.

While picking up his usual tickets at the store, the father of one made a spontaneous decision to switch things up. “LIGHTNING LOTTO was just staring me in the face, so I figured I’d give it a shot,” he said with a chuckle.

“This was only the second LIGHTNING LOTTO ticket I’d ever bought,” James shared, while visiting the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto to claim his windfall. “I won the jackpot on my second try!”

Matching all five numbers, James won the jackpot faster than a lightning strike. “It was pretty surprising and intense. I didn’t know what was going on!” he recalled. “The store clerk was new, so we were both just sitting there in shock!”

“I didn’t share the news with anyone except my wife,” said James. “She just about told the whole world! I plan to keep the news under wraps until I have the money in my hands.”

With his windfall, James plans to invest for his retirement. “Winning is a great feeling,” he beamed. “I can now do as I please without financial pressure. In fact, I’m ready to retire now!”

LIGHTNING LOTTO players can win a jackpot on the spot! Match all five numbers in any one line on your LIGHTNING LOTTO ticket with those drawn earlier that day to win the jackpot. The top prize starts at $125,000 and grows with ticket sales. Each $2 Quick Pick consists of three lines of five numbers from 1 to 49. LIGHTNING LOTTO is available exclusively at lottery retailers. Odds of winning any prize are 1 in 4.47. For more information on How to Play as well as full prize details and odds of winning, visit OLG.ca.

The winning ticket was purchased at Shell on East Main Street in Welland.

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MARKHAM RESIDENT WINS $1 MILLION IN LOTTO 6/49 GOLD BALL DRAW

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Toronto, ON – Peter Hedgecock of Markham can “find his possible” after winning a LOTTO 6/49 prize worth $1 million in the Gold Ball Draw on March 29, 2025.

Peter, a father of three, has been playing the lottery with OLG for nearly 20 years. He regularly plays LOTTO 6/49 and LOTTO MAX, always choosing his own numbers and adding ENCORE to his tickets. Now, he’s thrilled to share the story of his first big win!

“I hadn’t seen the original email OLG sent about my win,” Peter explained, while visiting the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto to claim his windfall. “I only realized I’d won big when I received a second reminder email. When I read it, I was in a state of shock — half of me didn’t believe it. Thank goodness they send those reminders!”

Peter quietly shared the exciting news with his wife. “I went to bed and whispered to her, ‘Honey, we won $1 million.’ She was half asleep and told me to go away!”

Though he hasn’t made any big decisions yet, Peter says he’ll put this prize toward his retirement. “Winning is a humbling feeling,” he concluded with a smile.

The Classic Draw offers a fixed $5 million jackpot for every draw, while the Gold Ball Draw guarantees a $1 million prize, or the growing jackpot that starts at $10 million and can exceed $60 million. Click here for more information about the new LOTTO 6/49.

The winning ticket was purchased on OLG.ca.

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OLG ADVANCES INCLUSION WITH FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND ACCESSIBLE ICASINO GAME

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TORONTO, ON – Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) is supporting accessibility in the iGaming industry with the launch of Red Panda Tails of Wealth – the first digital slot game designed with built-in accessible features to support players with disabilities.

In the popular digital casino landscape, people with disabilities often face barriers to participation. Instead of waiting for change, OLG is driving it by introducing the industry’s first inclusive gaming experience that provides the same fun and excitement to all players.

“We are excited to launch Red Panda Tails of Wealth on olg.ca, which is the result of a focused effort to put accessibility at the forefront of game design,” said Dave Pridmore, OLG’s Chief Gaming Officer. “The game is a proof of concept that shows how removing barriers to play can move us towards a more inclusive future in the gaming industry.”

With nearly one-third (28 per cent; StatCan 2022) of Ontarians reporting a disability, the launch of Red Panda Tails of Wealth breaks barriers and provides more equitable access to play for an often-overlooked audience.

While Red Panda Tails of Wealth mirrors the appearance and gameplay of other iCasino slot games in market, it is built with universal design principles to deliver a fun, inclusive and user-friendly experience for all players.

Key accessibility features include:

  • Compatibility with assistive technologies like screen readers and keyboard navigation
  • A high-contrast colour palette for enhanced visibility
  • An accessible heads-up display engineered to integrate seamlessly into future games

 

To develop this first-of-its-kind game, OLG collaborated with Pixiu Gaming and Light & Wonder Spark. To ensure the game was accessible and inclusive OLG partnered with Fable – a Toronto-based company that connects organizations with people with disabilities for digital accessibility insights.

The insights from people with disabilities collected via remote user testing sessions played a key role in helping OLG create a game that meets real-world accessibility needs.

“Our mission at Fable is to empower people with disabilities to participate, contribute, and shape society – and this is how true accessibility is achieved,” said Kate Kalcevich, Head of Innovation at Fable. “We’re thrilled to partner with OLG, who recognize the importance of embedding the voices and experiences of people with disabilities throughout the development of their new game.”

Red Panda Tails of Wealth is now available for play at OLG.ca.

OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has generated approximately $62 billion for the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year profits from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

 

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RIDGEWAY COUPLE CELEBRATE $1 MILLION ENCORE WIN

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TORONTO, ON – Saying “yes” to ENCORE paid off for Karen and Pat Huffman of Ridgeway. They matched all seven ENCORE numbers in exact order in the March 19, 2025 LOTTO 6/49 draw to win $1 million!

Karen and Pat, parents of five and grandparents of eight, have been occasional lottery players with OLG for decades. When the jackpots are high, the retirees will pick up a LOTTO 6/49, LOTTO MAX, or LOTTARIO ticket, always with ENCORE. The couple recently shared how a quick stop for a bottle of water ultimately led them to their first big win!

“I was on my way to meet up with my knitting group at the yarn shop when I stopped at the convenience store to buy a bottle of water,” Karen recounted, as she and Pat visited the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto to claim their winnings. “At the same time, I bought us a LOTTO 6/49 ticket. Three weeks later, I found our ticket in my purse. I scanned it on the OLG app, and when I saw the prize amount, my first thought was that Pat was playing some kind of trick on me.”

“Together, we scanned our ticket again, and at first, I thought it said we’d won $1,000,” said Pat, proudly donning a knit sweater that Karen had handmade for him. “We checked it a few more times before realizing it was $1 million!”

“After confirming with OLG that we’d won, we giggled for days,” Karen smiled. “We shared the news with our kids, and much like us, they were overwhelmed but very happy.”

“Winning feels like being in a movie; it’s the most surreal thing that’s ever happened to us,” the couple beamed. “We plan to share our prize with our children and travel.”

ENCORE offers 22 ways to win and can be played in conjunction with most lottery games for an extra $1. There are two ENCORE draws every day.

The winning ticket was purchased at Avondale on Dominion Road in Ridgeway.

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BEACHVILLE RESIDENT CLAIMS $5 MILLION LOTTO 6/49 CLASSIC JACKPOT JUST DAYS BEFORE THE TICKET WAS TO EXPIRE

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Toronto, ON – Connie Christie of Beachville can “find her possible” after winning the $5 million LOTTO 6/49 Classic Jackpot on May 4, 2024.

Connie, who works in logistics, has been a regular lottery player with OLG for the past seven years, though she has occasionally bought tickets for decades. She enjoys playing LOTTO 6/49, LOTTO MAX, and ONTARIO 49, always saying “yes” to ENCORE. Connie is now celebrating her first big win and the thrill of becoming a multi-millionaire!

On April 17th, 2025, OLG issued an Unclaimed Prize News Release asking Ontario lottery players to check their tickets, as a $5 million LOTTO 6/49 jackpot prize was nearing expiration.

Connie typically checks her tickets monthly to see if she’s won anything, but sometimes forgets. Recently, she found a small stack of tickets she hadn’t checked yet. While running errands, Connie heard the news about the unclaimed ticket on the radio. “When I heard the details, I turned to my mom and said, ‘I have a feeling that’s my ticket!’ After dropping my mom off, I went home and checked my tickets using the OLG app,” Connie recounted, while visiting the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto to claim her windfall. “I saw the ‘Big Winner’ message and put my phone down to pause for moment. Then took another look. I managed to stay calm, thinking, ‘I did it!’ It was a great feeling.”­­

“The next morning, I gathered my family to share the incredible news. Everyone was speculating about what I wanted to tell them,” Connie smiled, remembering the moment fondly. “I had the winning numbers pulled up on my laptop when my kids guessed, “Did you win the lottery?’ My answer was, ‘Yes, and it’s a life-changing changing prize — $5 million!’ We sat there in silence, and I could see the wheels turning in all their heads as I shared proof of my win.”

“I would dream of winning big every time I’d check my tickets,” Connie said, her face lighting up with a bright smile. “I’d think about how I could help my family and the impact it would have on all of us. It feels so validating now, especially after all the times I’d head out to get my tickets and my kids would tease me,” she chuckled. “I’d always say, ‘You can’t win if you don’t play!’ Now, my heart’s full of joy and I’m humbled by what this means for us.”

Connie’s plans for her windfall focus on her loved ones. “I’m so grateful to share this moment with my family. I feel so thankful and fortunate for this win. I plan to retire, and I want my husband to do the same. We can now spend our time doing what we love and enjoying our time together,” Connie beamed. “I’d also like to treat my husband to a scenic road trip along the Pacific Coast Highway.”

Players have one year from the draw date to claim their prize. To help ensure you don’t forget to claim your lottery prize, OLG asks lottery players to:

  • Sign their ticket right after it’s purchased;
  • Keep the ticket in a safe and memorable location until draw time;
  • Check the ticket as soon as the draw is complete; or
  • Never lose a ticket when making your lottery purchase on OLG.ca — and receive email notification if your ticket has won a prize.

 

LOTTO 6/49 offers players a chance to win two multi-million dollar jackpots every Wednesday and Saturday, for the same $3 per play.

The Classic Draw offers a fixed $5 million jackpot for every draw, while the Gold Ball Draw guarantees a $1 million prize, or the growing jackpot that starts at $10 million and can exceed $60 million. Click here for more information about the new LOTTO 6/49.

The winning ticket was purchased at Petro-Canada on Norwich Avenue in Woodstock.

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WINDSOR RESIDENT CELEBRATES $1 MILLION ENCORE WIN

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TORONTO, ON – Saying “yes” to ENCORE paid off for Brandon Stewart of Windsor. He matched all seven ENCORE numbers in exact order in the April 5, 2025 LOTTO 6/49 draw to win $1 million!

Brandon, a transit bus driver, has been playing LOTTO 6/49 with ENCORE twice a week for the past two years, purchasing his tickets through his OLG.ca account. He is now thrilled to share how an email from OLG ultimately led to an early retirement plan!

“It was morning when I read an email saying I had a prize to claim,” said Brandon, while visiting the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto to claim his windfall. “I quickly went online to do some fact-finding. When I saw the six zeroes in the prize amount, I was surprisingly calm. I shared the news with my close family and friends, and to be honest, they were more excited than I was!”

“I think I got a decent return on my investment,” Brandon said with a smile. “Winning feels good. It’s a nice boost that will allow me to invest for an early retirement and share with my family and friends,” he concluded.

ENCORE offers 22 ways to win and can be played in conjunction with most lottery games for an extra $1. There are two ENCORE draws every day.

The winning ticket was purchased on OLG.ca. 

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$65 MILLION LOTTO MAX WINNER FROM NEWMARKET TO “RETHINK” HOW TO TELL FAMILY ABOUT LOTTERY WINDFALL

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Toronto, ON – Mark Hanley of Newmarket was excited to tell his wife and adult children that he’d hit the LOTTO MAX jackpot and was about to become Ontario’s newest multi-millionaire. Mark won the $65 million jackpot prize from the March 28, 2025 LOTTO MAX draw. But his two attempts to break the remarkable news – first to his wife and then to his children – didn’t quite land the way he’d hoped. Still, the experience has become a hilarious tale that will live on in the family archives!

Mark was up early, enjoying his breakfast, when he decided to check his LOTTO MAX ticket completely unaware of the life-changing surprise that awaited him. He likes to check the winning lottery numbers one by one on OLG.ca. After matching three numbers, Mark began to pay closer attention to what he was doing. Then came four…five…and six. Finally, he matched all seven numbers, but didn’t grasp exactly what this meant. “I’ve been playing the lottery for 30 years, and when I counted all seven numbers, I was disappointed that I didn’t match the bonus number,” Mark recounted during his OLG Winner Celebration in Toronto. “Then I realized there are only seven numbers with LOTTO MAX, and I got the BIG ONE! When I saw there was only one winner and the jackpot was $65 million, I started jumping for joy, saying, ‘Touchdown!’”

Mark’s wife was still sleeping at the time, and he silently debated, “Is this important enough to wake up my wife, who loves her sleep? So, I decided to share the news by saying, ‘Honey, do you want to kiss a millionaire?’ Funny enough, she sternly said, ‘No,’ and tried to go back to sleep.” Mark convinced his wife to get out of bed and meet him downstairs so he could show her his winning ticket. “She looked at the ticket and thought, ‘So what…?’ So, I told her to go take a shower to fully wake up. When she came back, the reality of this win started to settle in, and she began crying tears of joy.”

The retired business software analyst and his wife decided to tell their grown children the astonishing news face to face. “We called to make sure they were home, and I said to my wife, ‘Don’t tell them anything – just say we’re coming over.’ When they answered the phone and my wife started to talk, she began crying again. She said, ‘We’re coming to see you… I can’t tell you why… but everything’s alright.’” Mark started laughing and said, “Oh good, now they think someone died!”

As the couple pulled up to the house to visit their children, Mark’s wife turned to him with an important request. “She asked me if I could hold her coffee so her hands would be free to give them a hug and then she started to cry again,” Mark smiled. Despite the initial tears from Mark’s wife, their children were overcome with emotion when they were finally told the great news. “I felt so good to tell them, and it’s a dream come true to now be able to provide for them in so many incredible ways!”

Mark also plans to surprise some immediate family members with a portion of his windfall. “They’re probably not going to believe it at first because you don’t expect someone to suddenly come out of the blue and give you a gift like this.”

When asked what’s on his bucket list, Mark was quick to answer, “I want to travel the world for its food! I want to go to Italy, and especially France. I love French bread, French wine, and… oh my, French cheese!”  He also mentioned another aspiration that may be out of reach, despite having $65 million in his bank account. “I want to buy a castle, but wife won’t let me,” he laughed.

Mark concedes it will take some time before the reality of hitting the LOTTO MAX jackpot truly sinks in. “The LOTTO MAX commercials say, ‘Dream Bigger,’ but I still haven’t quite gotten that in my head. I always dreamt of winning a couple of million, but this amount is just baffling! I just feel so grateful and blessed that this win came my way.”

Mark purchased his winning LOTTO MAX ticket at New Town Variety on Yonge Street in Newmarket.

LOTTO MAX players in Ontario have won over $9 billion since 2009, including 115 jackpot wins and 937 MAXMILLIONS prizes, right across the province. LOTTO MAX is $5 per play and draws take place on Tuesdays and Fridays.

Important to know – 100 per cent of OLG’s profits are invested in Ontario, so when you play LOTTO MAX, you are playing for Ontario.

OLG supports safe play and wants to keep the fun in the game. That’s why OLG is proud to be a leader in promoting responsible gambling with our globally recognized PlaySmart program.

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TICKET WORTH $50,000 UNCLAIMED IN AURORA

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SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – There are two weeks left to claim an ONTARIO 49 second prize worth $50,000 from the Wednesday, June 5, 2024 draw. The winning numbers from this draw are 05 – 11 – 13 – 18 – 31 – 37 with Bonus Number 07, and the winning ticket was sold in Aurora.

Players must match five (5) of the six (6) Main Draw numbers, as well as the Bonus Number, to win the second prize. Players have one year from the draw date to claim their prize.

OLG makes sure the right prizes are paid to the right people every time.

Our prize claim verification ensures that prize ownership and eligibility is confirmed before a prize is paid. If you believe you bought the winning ticket, or perhaps lost it, please be prepared to provide specific details including where and when your ticket was purchased when calling OLG Customer Care at 1-800-387-0098.

OLG offers players several convenient ways to check lottery tickets:

  • Scan your ticket using the OLG App;
  • Check winning numbers on OLG.ca or sign up to have the winning numbers emailed to you;
  • Call the OLG WIN! Line at 1-866-891-8946; or
  • Visit a lottery retail location and use the self-serve ticket checker or hand it to the retailer.

 

So that you don’t forget to claim your lottery prize, OLG asks lottery players to:

  • Sign their ticket right after it’s purchased;
  • Keep the ticket in a safe and memorable location until draw time;
  • Check the ticket as soon as the draw is complete; or
  • Never lose a ticket when making your lottery purchase on OLG.ca – and receive email notification if your ticket has won a prize. 

 

Information about unclaimed tickets can be found on the OLG.ca Unclaimed Tickets page.

OLG is a crown agency that develops world-class gaming entertainment for the Province of Ontario. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping to build a more sustainable horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has generated approximately $62 billion to the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year profits from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

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WINDSOR RESIDENT CELEBRATES $1 MILLION ENCORE WIN

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TORONTO, ON – Saying “yes” to ENCORE paid off for Brandon Stewart of Windsor. He matched all seven ENCORE numbers in exact order in the April 5, 2025 LOTTO 6/49 draw to win $1 million!

Brandon, a transit bus driver, has been playing LOTTO 6/49 with ENCORE twice a week for the past two years, purchasing his tickets through his OLG.ca account. He is now thrilled to share how an email from OLG ultimately led to an early retirement plan!

“It was morning when I read an email saying I had a prize to claim,” said Brandon, while visiting the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto to claim his windfall. “I quickly went online to do some fact-finding. When I saw the six zeroes in the prize amount, I was surprisingly calm. I shared the news with my close family and friends, and to be honest, they were more excited than I was!”

“I think I got a decent return on my investment,” Brandon said with a smile. “Winning feels good. It’s a nice boost that will allow me to invest for an early retirement and share with my family and friends,” he concluded.

ENCORE offers 22 ways to win and can be played in conjunction with most lottery games for an extra $1. There are two ENCORE draws every day.

The winning ticket was purchased on OLG.ca. 

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OLG SELECTS SERVICE PROVIDER FOR WINDSOR CASINO

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TORONTO, ON – Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) has selected Caesars Entertainment Windsor Limited as the service provider for the Windsor casino, following a competitive procurement process — the final procurement process in OLG’s Land-based Gaming modernization initiative.

Caesars Entertainment Windsor Limited will continue day-to-day operations of the Windsor casino in the Windsor Gaming Bundle on behalf of OLG under an approximate 20-year operating agreement. OLG expects to complete the transition to the new agreement in early 2026.

To OLG, the integrity of its procurement process is of the utmost importance. In order to ensure an open and transparent process, OLG engaged the services of an impartial Fairness Monitor to provide advice throughout the process, as well as provide oversight on the fairness of the procurement.

While Caesars Entertainment Windsor Limited will be responsible for the day-to-day gaming operations of the Windsor casino, OLG will, among other things, continue to conduct and manage gaming at the site and require the service provider to uphold the high standards of OLG’s Responsible Gambling program.

In addition, OLG will continue to make Municipality Contribution Agreement (MCA) payments to the City of Windsor. Since 1994, OLG has provided more than $131 million in MCA payments to the city as a gaming host community.

OLG is also requiring Caesars Entertainment Windsor Limited to retain current casino employees for a period of no less than 18 months. This is consistent with employee transitions to service providers at all other casinos in Ontario through land-based gaming modernization. Unionized employees will be governed by the terms of their collective agreement.

Through its Land-based Gaming modernization, OLG has been transferring day-to-day operations of casinos to private sector service providers who are investing in Ontario communities. OLG has previously selected service providers and transitioned operations of gaming sites in eight other gaming bundles. Gaming bundles are groups of one or more gaming zones — geographical areas where a single gaming facility may be located. 

To date, those service providers have invested more than $2.5 billion in communities across the province, which both encourages local economic growth and helps OLG increase its contribution to the Province of Ontario. OLG will continue to work with its Land-based Gaming partners to support the long-term vibrancy and excitement of the casino experience in Ontario for years to come.

Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR) is the largest casino-entertainment Company in the U.S. and one of the world’s most diversified casino-entertainment providers. Since its beginning in Reno, NV, in 1937, Caesars Entertainment, Inc. has grown through development of new resorts, expansions and acquisitions. Caesars Entertainment, Inc.’s resorts operate primarily under the Caesars®, Harrah’s®, Horseshoe®, and Eldorado® brand names. Caesars Entertainment, Inc. offers diversified gaming, entertainment and hospitality amenities, one-of-a-kind destinations, and a full suite of mobile and online gaming and sports betting experiences. All tied to its industry-leading Caesars Rewards loyalty program, the Company focuses on building value with its guests through a unique combination of impeccable service, operational excellence and technology leadership. Caesars is committed to its employees, suppliers, communities and the environment through its PEOPLE PLANET PLAY framework. Know When To Stop Before You Start.® Gambling Problem? Call or text 1-800-GAMBLER. For more information, please visit www.caesars.com/corporate.

OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario.  Since 1975, OLG has generated approximately $62 billion for the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes.  Each year profits from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

 

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TICKET WORTH $25,000 UNCLAIMED IN KEMPTVILLE

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SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – There are two weeks left to claim a $25,000 prize from the Saturday, May 11, 2024 LOTTO 6/49 Super Draw. The winning selection is 51545322-01, and the winning ticket was sold in Kemptville.

Players must match all 10 digits in exact order to win the $25,000 Super Draw prize. Players have one year from the draw date to claim their prize.

OLG makes sure the right prizes are paid to the right people every time.

Our prize claim verification ensures that prize ownership and eligibility is confirmed before a prize is paid. If you believe you bought the winning ticket, or perhaps lost it, please be prepared to provide specific details including where and when your ticket was purchased when calling OLG Customer Care at 1-800-387-0098.

OLG offers players several convenient ways to check lottery tickets:

  • Scan your ticket using the OLG App;
  • Check winning numbers on OLG.ca or sign up to have the winning numbers emailed to you;
  • Call the OLG WIN! Line at 1-866-891-8946; or
  • Visit a lottery retail location and use the self-serve ticket checker or hand it to the retailer.

 

So that you don’t forget to claim your lottery prize, OLG asks lottery players to:

  • Sign their ticket right after it’s purchased;
  • Keep the ticket in a safe and memorable location until draw time;
  • Check the ticket as soon as the draw is complete; or
  • Never lose a ticket when making your lottery purchase on OLG.ca – and receive email notification if your ticket has won a prize.

 

Information about unclaimed tickets can be found on the OLG.ca Unclaimed Tickets page.

OLG is a crown agency that develops world-class gaming entertainment for the Province of Ontario. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping to build a more sustainable horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has generated approximately $62 billion to the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year profits from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

 

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OLG ISSUES FOURTH QUARTER GAMING REVENUE PAYMENTS TO MUNICIPAL PARTNERS

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SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) is pleased to make fourth quarter (January 1 – March 31) payments totaling $27,301,476 to 29 communities that host gaming facilities.

During OLG’s fiscal year (April 1, 2024 to March 31, 2025), these 29 communities have received $142,468,008.

These payments to host communities are based on a formula in the Municipality Contribution Agreement that is consistently applied across all land-based casino sites in Ontario using a graduated scale of gaming revenue at the hosted site. 

“Host gaming communities are made stronger through OLG’s Municipality Contribution Agreement payments as these revenues support local programs and infrastructure,” said Stan Cho, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming. “Gaming sites continue to provide good local jobs and other positive economic impacts across the province.”

Since 1994, host communities have received almost $2.5 billion in non-tax gaming revenue.

OLG is proud to share proceeds of casino gaming with local communities, contributing to economic development including infrastructure and job creation. Payments to host communities are part of OLG’s commitment to Ontario, which includes reinvesting 100 per cent of OLG’s profits back into the province.

Over the past nine years, service providers have invested more than $2.5 billion in private sector capital investment across the province. These investments have led to the development and opening of seven new casinos, one large scale resort development, numerous gaming floor expansions and new non-gaming amenities.

OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has generated approximately $62 billion for the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year profits from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

 

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OLG ISSUES THIRD QUARTER GAMING REVENUE PAYMENTS TO MUNICIPAL PARTNERS

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SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) is pleased to make third quarter (October 1 – December 31) payments totaling $33,502,228 to 29 communities that host gaming facilities.

So far, during OLG’s fiscal year (April 1, 2024 to March 31, 2025), these 29 communities have received $115,166,532.

These payments to host communities are based on a formula in the Municipality Contribution Agreement that is consistently applied across all land-based casino sites in Ontario using a graduated scale of gaming revenue at the hosted site. 

“Host municipalities across Ontario gain tangible benefits from the jobs and economic activity fostered by land-based gaming in their community,” said Stan Cho, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming. “In addition, OLG’s host payments fund critical infrastructure, parks and recreation facilities, and countless local programs and initiatives that help make our communities better places to live, work, and play.”

Since 1994, host communities have received more than $2.2 billion in non-tax gaming revenue.

OLG is proud to share proceeds of casino gaming with local communities, contributing to economic development including infrastructure and job creation. Payments to host communities are part of OLG’s commitment to Ontario, which includes reinvesting 100 per cent of OLG’s profits back into the province.

Over the past eight years, service providers have invested more than $2.5 billion in private sector capital investment across the province. These investments have led to the development and opening of seven new casinos, one large scale resort development, numerous gaming floor expansions and new non-gaming amenities.

OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has generated approximately $62 billion for the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year profits from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

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TICKET WORTH $10,000 UNCLAIMED IN PEMBROKE

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SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – There are two weeks left to claim an ENCORE prize worth $10,000 from the Friday, November 24, 2023 LOTTO MAX draw. The winning numbers were 5­­ – 4 – 5 – 7 – 7 – 8 – 0, and the winning ticket was sold in Pembroke.

Players must match the first six of the seven ENCORE numbers in exact order to win the $10,000 prize. Players have one year from the draw date to claim their prize.

OLG makes sure the right prizes are paid to the right people every time.

Our prize claim verification ensures that prize ownership and eligibility is confirmed before a prize is paid. If you believe you bought the winning ticket, or perhaps lost it, please be prepared to provide specific details including where and when your ticket was purchased when calling OLG Customer Care at 1-800-387-0098.

OLG offers players several convenient ways to check lottery tickets:

  • Scan your ticket using the OLG App.
  • Check the winning numbers on OLG.ca or sign up to have the winning numbers emailed to you.
  • Call the OLG WIN! Line at 1-866-891-8946.
  • Visit a lottery retail location and use the self-serve ticket checker or hand your ticket to the retailer.

 

So that you don’t forget to claim your lottery prize, OLG asks you to:

  • Sign your ticket right after it’s purchased.
  • Keep the ticket in a safe and memorable location until draw time.
  • Check the ticket as soon as the draw is complete; or
  • Never lose a ticket when making your lottery purchase on OLG.ca – and receive email notification if your ticket has won a prize.

 

Information about unclaimed tickets can be found on the OLG.ca Unclaimed Tickets page.

OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has generated approximately $59 billion to the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year profits from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

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OLG TO HOST NASPL ’25 CONFERENCE IN NIAGARA FALLS

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TORONTO, ON – The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) is thrilled to be selected to host the 2025 North American Association of State and Provincial Lotteries (“NASPL”) Annual Conference and Trade Show in beautiful Niagara Falls, Ontario.

The 2025 NASPL Annual Conference and Trade Show will run from September 9-12, 2025. The conference brings people together from the United States, Canada, and around the world, with a focus on education, networking, and the advancement of the sector.

“We are excited to host the NASPL conference in 2025 — the same year OLG celebrates its 50th anniversary of delivering fun and excitement to Ontarians,” said Duncan Hannay, President and CEO of OLG. “Over the last 50 years, the lottery industry in North America has changed significantly and we’re proud to be part of an event that will explore the opportunities that lie ahead for lottery in the next 50 years and beyond”.

OLG is working with NASPL as they put together an agenda of speakers and panels for the 2025 conference that will look towards the future of lottery. Topics will include challenges and opportunities presented by Artificial Intelligence, the importance of strong cybersecurity, and strategies to attract new audiences.  

“With membership representing 53 lottery organizations across North America, NASPL serves as a platform for sharing exclusive research and data, standards and best practices, and networking and learning opportunities,” said David Gale, NASPL’s Executive Director. “Our annual conference is central to that purpose. This year, we are also excited to bring back our annual trade show, featuring the vendor community and Associate Member partners who are vital contributors to our mission. We are delighted to bring this premiere industry event to Niagara Falls, Canada, in 2025.”

For more information about NASPL and the annual conference, visit https://www.naspl.org.

OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has generated approximately $59 billion to the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year profits from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

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LOTTO MAX DREAM BIG EVENT OFFERS PLAYERS MORE CHANCES TO WIN CASH PRIZES

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On top of offering the largest jackpots in Canada, LOTTO MAX is about to give players the chance to win even more prizes with the LOTTO MAX Dream Big Event. 

For every eligible* $5 Lotto Max play purchased from Sept. 5 to Oct. 21, 2024, players can earn 5 entries for chances to win 30 weekly prizes of $10,000 and the grand prize of $1 million.  

Entries will go toward the weekly prize draw according to the date they are entered and will also have a chance to win the $1-million grand prize draw. 

The LOTTO MAX Dream Big Event is available for players across Canada who have registered eligible online accounts with Atlantic Lottery, Loto-Québec, OLG**, WCLC or BCLC, respectively. Creating a new online account is easy and can be done anytime to participate. 

For more information, and full contest Rules and Regulations visit:  LottoMaxDreamBig.ca

Quick facts:  

  • The LOTTO MAX Dream Big Event will run from Sept. 5 to Oct. 21, 2024.
  • Each eligible $5 spent on LOTTO MAX during the event period can earn 5 contest entries.
  • Entries earned from eligible online purchases are entered into the applicable weekly draw for the week in which they are purchased by the participant. ***
  • Entries earned from eligible retail purchases are entered into the draw for the week that they are input into the contest site by the participant.
  • Every entry is also entered into the draw for the $1 million grand prize draw.

 

* Contest requirements vary by eligible participant’s resident province/territory. For full Contest Rules and Regulations visit LottoMaxDreamBig.ca. No Lotto Max Play Necessary. 

**Eligible participants residing in Ontario must have an account on winnersedge.ca to participate and are not required to have an account on OLG.ca to participate. 

***Eligible participants residing in Ontario can only participate in the LOTTO MAX Dream Big Event through the purchase of an eligible LOTTO MAX play at a participating OLG retailer in Ontario. Online purchases of LOTTO MAX tickets on OLG.ca are not eligible and will not result in any entries.  

 

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OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has generated approximately $59 billion to the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year profits from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

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TICKET WORTH $2.5 MILLION UNCLAIMED IN TORONTO

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SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – There are two weeks left to claim a LOTTO 6/49 prize worth $2,500,000 from the August 16, 2023 LOTTO 6/49 draw. The winning selection for this prize was 2 – 3 – 6 – 7 – 17 – 27 and the winning ticket was sold in Toronto.

Players must match all six numbers to win the jackpot prize and have one year from the draw date to claim their prize.

OLG makes sure the right prizes are paid to the right people every time.

Our prize claim verification ensures that prize ownership and eligibility is confirmed before a prize is paid. If you believe you bought the winning ticket, or perhaps lost it, please be prepared to provide specific details including where and when your ticket was purchased when calling OLG Customer Care at 1-800-387-0098.

 

OLG offers players several convenient ways to check lottery tickets:

  • Scan your ticket using the OLG App.
  • Check winning numbers on OLG.ca or sign up to have the winning numbers emailed to you.
  • Call the OLG WIN! Line at 1-866-891-8946.
  • Visit a lottery retail location and use the self-serve ticket checker or hand it to the retailer.

 

So that you don’t forget to claim your lottery prize, OLG asks lottery players to:

  • Sign their ticket right after it’s purchased.
  • Keep the ticket in a safe and memorable location until draw time.
  • Check the ticket as soon as the draw is complete; or
  • Never lose a ticket when making your lottery purchase on OLG.ca and receive email notification if your ticket has won a prize.

 

Information about unclaimed tickets can be found on the OLG.ca Unclaimed Tickets page.

OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has generated approximately $59 billion to the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year profits from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

Play for Ontario – 100 per cent of OLG’s profits are invested in Ontario
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OLG ROLLS OUT SELF-SERVE LOTTERY TECHNOLOGY ACROSS ONTARIO

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TORONTO, ON – Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) has begun the gradual rollout of self-serve lottery in select retail locations across the province. The launch follows a successful pilot of a small number of terminals that took place earlier this year in the GTA and Sault Ste. Marie.

This new self-serve approach to purchasing lottery products was well-received in the pilot, with customers appreciating the convenience and variety of options. Through the terminals, customers can purchase all national and regional draw-based lottery games, as well as a variety of INSTANT products, using debit and credit cards (including Google Wallet and Apple Pay). While self-serve lottery offers a new, convenient option, consumers will continue to have the choice to purchase lottery tickets at retail counters and online at OLG.ca.

“Improving the customer experience is a priority for OLG and expanding self-serve lottery gives Ontarians a great new way to buy their favourite lottery games,” says Nancy Kennedy, OLG’s Chief Lottery and Customer Officer. “When OLG’s lottery business grows, it also means more commissions for hardworking local retailers, as well as more money going right back into Ontario communities.” 

OLG engaged its retail partners and other industry stakeholders to inform and collaborate on the introduction of this safe, secure and convenient access to lottery products. Full rollout will continue into 2025 with up to 1,400 self-serve lottery terminals in place across the province.

As with all its products, OLG prioritized player health in the development of self-serve lottery, with age verification and tailored responsible gambling messaging fully integrated into the terminals. As an additional security measure, the terminals can be disabled remotely by the retailer.

For more information on self-serve lottery and to find a terminal in your community, visit our website. Locations will be updated on OLG’s website as self-serve lottery continues to rollout across the province.

Every play with OLG is a winning one because all profits are reinvested into communities. Last fiscal year, OLG delivered $2.4 billion back to Ontario, with the sale of lottery tickets making up almost half of that amount.   

OLG promotes responsible gambling and is committed to helping players create and maintain smart play habits. PlaySmart, OLG’s award-winning program, helps players enjoy games in a responsible way. 

OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has generated approximately $59 billion to the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year profits from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

Play for Ontario – 100 per cent of OLG’s profits are invested in Ontario
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OLG EXTENDS WINDSOR CASINO OPERATING AGREEMENT AS IT CONTINUES COMPETITIVE PROCUREMENT PROCESS FOR LONG-TERM OPERATOR

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TORONTO, ON – Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) today announced it is exercising its option to further extend its casino operating agreement with Caesars Entertainment Windsor Limited (Caesars), the current operator of the Windsor Casino, for an additional seven months to March 2026.

In August 2022, OLG announced it was extending its contract with Caesars, under the same terms and conditions, by one year to August 2025. The extension included the option for OLG to further extend the term for a minimum of six months and up to a maximum of 12 months, ending no later than August 2026.

OLG is currently conducting a competitive procurement process to select a highly qualified service provider to handle day-to-day operations of the Windsor Casino.

The service provider will help ensure the long-term competitiveness of the site — so it can continue generating economic benefits for the local community and for Ontario. Extending the current operating agreement will ensure sufficient time to complete the procurement process and transition the day-to-day operations to the successful proponent.

The integrity of the procurement process is of the utmost importance to OLG.

Public procurements are complex and involve information of a commercially sensitive nature. As a result, procurement details and the names of pre-qualified proponents will not be released by OLG while the process is ongoing.

Additionally, there will be no further communication by OLG about the Windsor Casino procurement until the selected service provider is announced. OLG expects to announce the successful proponent by spring 2025.

OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has generated approximately $59 billion to the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year profits from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

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OLG ISSUES FIRST QUARTER GAMING REVENUE PAYMENTS TO MUNICIPAL PARTNERS

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SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) is pleased to make first quarter (April 1 – June 30) payments totaling $43,605,447 to 29 communities that host land-based casinos.

These payments to host communities are based on a formula in the Municipality Contribution Agreement that is consistently applied across all land-based casino sites in Ontario using a graduated scale of gaming revenue at the hosted site. 

“Investing OLG’s profits back into host communities is another example of our government’s continued efforts to strengthen local infrastructure and community programs,” said Stan Cho, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming. “We remain focused on working with our municipal partners to ensure that communities across Ontario have the supports in place to empower their residents to lead active, fulfilling lives and enable local businesses to thrive.”

Since 1994, host communities have received more than $2.1 billion in non-tax gaming revenue.

OLG is proud to share proceeds of casino gaming with local communities, contributing to economic development including infrastructure and job creation. Payments to host communities are part of OLG’s commitment to Ontario, which includes reinvesting 100 per cent of OLG’s profits back into the province.

Since 2017, casino service providers have invested more than $2.2 billion in private sector capital across the province. These investments have led to the development and opening of seven new casinos, one planned development and numerous casino expansions and non-gaming amenities.

OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has generated approximately $59 billion to the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year profits from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

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TICKET WORTH $1 MILLION UNCLAIMED IN RICHMOND HILL

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SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – There are two weeks left to claim a MAXMILLIONS prize worth $1 million from the Friday, July 21, 2023 LOTTO MAX draw. The winning selection for this prize was 01 – 26 – 33 – 34 – 41 – 47 – 49 and the winning ticket was sold in Richmond Hill.

Players must match all seven numbers to win a MAXMILLIONS prize and have one year from the draw date to claim their prize.

OLG makes sure the right prizes are paid to the right people every time.

Our prize claim verification ensures that prize ownership and eligibility is confirmed before a prize is paid. If you believe you bought the winning ticket, or lost it, please be prepared to provide specific details including where and when your ticket was purchased when calling OLG Customer Care at 1-800-387-0098.

OLG offers players several convenient ways to check lottery tickets:

  • Scan your ticket using the OLG App.
  • Check winning numbers on OLG.ca or sign up to have the winning numbers emailed to you.
  • Call the OLG WIN! Line at 1-866-891-8946.
  • Visit a lottery retail location and use the self-serve ticket checker or hand it to the retailer.

So that you don’t forget to claim your lottery prize, OLG asks lottery players to:

  • Sign their ticket right after it’s purchased.
  • Keep the ticket in a safe and memorable location until draw time.
  • Check the ticket as soon as the draw is complete; or
  • Never lose a ticket when making your lottery purchase on OLG.ca – and receive email notification if your ticket has won a prize.

 

Information about unclaimed tickets can be found on the OLG.ca Unclaimed Tickets page.

OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has generated approximately $59 billion to the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year profits from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

Play for Ontario – 100 per cent of OLG’s profits are invested in Ontario
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LOTTO MAX THRIFT DROP COULD TAKE YOU FROM RETRO TO RICHES

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TORONTO, July 4, 2024 – You’ve heard of “dress for the job you want,” but what about dressing for the dream you want? The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) and LOTTO MAX are giving Ontarians the chance to do just th­­­at with a new limited-edition upcycled clothing collection that also includes a lottery bonus that can be used toward one year’s worth of LOTTO MAX tickets.*

The LOTTO MAX Thrift Drop collection includes a limited number of handmade hoodies, jackets and shirts made entirely from thrifted textiles. International fashion designer, Kevin Leonel, known for his nostalgic, high-fashion pieces made from upcycled and reimagined sports memorabilia, created the LOTTO MAX-inspired unique thrifted collection.

“I’m a dreamer, myself. That’s how I got to be here, doing what I love,” said Kevin Leonel. “Numbers can be special for people. It’s a way to connect with your dreams. My team and I really enjoyed assembling these pieces for LOTTO MAX knowing each number we sewed on could give someone the chance to go from retro to riches.”

Each one-of-a-kind piece of wearable art features seven numbers sourced from thrifted textiles which could be used as the seven numbers players pick when they play LOTTO MAX.

The LOTTO MAX Thrift Drop collection goes on sale on July 22, 2024. Sign up on OLG.ca/ThriftDrop by July 21, 2024 to receive a link to the sale website as soon as it becomes available (quantities are limited).

Ontarians can also check out the LOTTO MAX Thrift Drop Pop-Up at The Well in Toronto from July 12 – 14 to view the collection in-person, and get a chance to win a piece of the LOTTO MAX Thrift Drop collection for FREE, 1x $500 Ticket Master Gift Card, and 1x $100 OLG Gift Card.**

“LOTTO MAX Thrift Drop combines fun with style, while maintaining OLG’s commitment to give back to local communities,” said Melissa Finley, Director, National Draw Based Games, OLG. “The last time LOTTO MAX dropped a clothing line, it sold out in 24 hours. We wanted to give more Ontarians the chance to not just look like a million bucks, but to experience the thrill of LOTTO MAX and have a chance to win millions, too.”

The Thrift Drop Collection includes one-of-a kind garments in four styles:

  • Knitted Split Hoodie
  • Vintage Lace Jacket
  • Vintage Lace Shirt
  • Split T-Shirt

 

LOTTO MAX Thrift Drop was inspired by recent sustainable consumer shopping trends and an increased demand for second-hand and vintage items. When asked, almost half of Canadians said they had purchased second-hand in 2023 (Statista). Year-over-year interest in thrifting has also surged about 48% online, according to NextAtlas. When speaking to Gen Z specifically, 83% of Gen Z already hope or are willing to thrift second-hand items (Thred Up).

The collection took five months to create, sourcing approximately 700 different textiles and over 7,000 numbers from thrift sellers. 

RETRO TO RICHES TO REINVESTMENT

All proceeds from the LOTTO MAX Thrift Drop collection will be donated to EcoEquitable, a registered charity based in Ottawa that is dedicated to reducing textile waste and empowering women through sewing skills development. 

OLG chose to partner with EcoEquitable because of their commitment to thrifting and upcycling, and their mission to educate and employ self-identifying newcomer women to sew professionally. Their mission is reflective of OLG’s core values of doing good for the people and communities of Ontario.   

OLG reinvests 100 per cent of its profits, including profits from LOTTO MAX, back into local Ontario communities. As one of the largest non-tax revenue generators for the province, OLG delivered $2.4 billion back to Ontario last fiscal year, with the sale of lottery tickets making up almost half of that amount.

ABOUT LOTTO MAX

LOTTO MAX players in Ontario have won over $8 billion since 2009, including 105 jackpot wins and 879 MAXMILLIONS prizes. LOTTO MAX is $5 per play and draws take place on Tuesdays and Fridays.

OLG promotes responsible gambling and is committed to helping players create and maintain smart play habits. PlaySmart, OLG’s award-winning program, helps players enjoy games in a responsible way.  

 

*Must be 18+ and Ontario resident to participate.  Terms and conditions apply, see link for more details. Must opt in by July 21, 2024 to receive early access.  Access does not guarantee the ability to purchase. Limited quantities available on a first come, first served basis. Limit of 1 clothing item per person. Each clothing item purchase is accompanied by a Lottery Bonus code (“Code”) redeemable on OLG.ca for one $260 CAD lottery bonus credited to a Player Account (which is approximately equal to 1 Lotto Max ticket per week for 52 weeks). Use of Code and Lottery Bonus subject to separate terms found here. OLG.ca account required. Codes must be redeemed by December 31, 2024. 

** No Purchase Necessary, Contest ends July 14. 18+, Ontario only, visit link for more details.

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 OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has generated approximately $59 billion for the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year profits from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province. 

 

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OLG’S NEW LIMITED-EDITION QUEST FOR GOLD INSTANT GAME FEATURES ONTARIO AMATEUR ATHLETES

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TORONTO, ON – Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation’s (OLG’s) new $2 INSTANT QUEST FOR GOLD game is here just in time for the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games!

Ontario’s Quest for Gold program supports high-performance amateur athletes, easing the financial burden of training and living expenses, enabling them to pursue their Olympic and Paralympic dreams.

OLG is proud to be a longstanding supporter of amateur athletes in Ontario. This year, the Quest for Gold tickets feature seven Ontario amateur athletes who have received Quest for Gold funding during their careers:

  • Mariam Abdul-Rashid, Oshawa (Athletics)
  • Khamica Bingham, Caledon (Athletics)
  • Charlotte Bolton, Tillsonburg (Para Athletics)
  • Kyra Constantine, Brampton (Athletics)
  • Danny Demyanenko, Toronto (Volleyball)
  • Gabriel Ferron-Bouius, Ottawa (Paralympic Canoe & Sprint Kayak)
  • Ydris Hunter, Ottawa (Canoe, Sprint Kayak)

 

You can get to know each athlete here.

Every play with OLG is a winning one because 100 per cent of OLG’s profits support key government priorities – including support for amateur athletes. With each purchase of this limited-edition INSTANT lottery game, Ontarians also have a chance to win one of four top prizes of $35,000.

“OLG remains dedicated to supporting and promoting Ontario’s Quest for Gold athletes. This year’s $2 INSTANT QUEST FOR GOLD game highlights seven of Ontario’s high-performance athletes, including Olympians and Paralympians whose journeys have been made possible with help from Quest for Gold funding,” says Nancy Kennedy, OLG’s Chief Lottery and Customer Officer. “This is just one of the many ways OLG champions amateur sport in Ontario.”

The new $2 INSTANT QUEST FOR GOLD is available at retailers across Ontario. Get them while quantities last!  

OLG promotes responsible gambling and is committed to helping players create and maintain smart play habits. PlaySmart, OLG’s award-winning program, helps players enjoy games in a responsible way.

OLG is a crown agency that contributes to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. Acting in a socially responsible way, OLG conducts and manages land-based gaming facilities; the sale of province-wide lottery games; Internet gaming; and the delivery of bingo and other electronic gaming products at Charitable Gaming Centres. OLG is also helping support the horse racing industry in Ontario. Since 1975, OLG has generated approximately $59 billion to the people and Province of Ontario to support key government priorities like health care; the treatment and prevention of problem gambling; and support for amateur athletes. Each year profits from OLG’s operations also support host communities, Ontario First Nations, lottery retailers and local charities across the province.

Play for Ontario – 100 per cent of OLG’s profits are invested in Ontario
OLG.ca
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