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15-01-2025

OTTAWA RESIDENTS CAN DREAM TO THE MAX WITH A $1 MILLION LOTTO MAX MAXMILLIONS WIN

Toronto, ON Gail Cook and Leslie Mitchell of Ottawa can realize their dreams after winning a $1 million MAXMILLIONS prize in the November 22, 2024 LOTTO MAX draw.

Gail and Leslie, longtime friends, have been playing the lottery together for several years. They enjoy playing LOTTO MAX and LOTTO 6/49, using OLG’s Quick Pick feature to make their selections. They’re happy to share the news of their first big win and eager to see what the future holds!

“I took our ticket to the store to have it validated, not knowing if it was a winner,” said Gail, as she and Leslie visited the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto to pick up their windfall. “When the clerk confirmed we’d won $1 million, I couldn’t believe it—and neither could Leslie when I shared the incredible news.”

“We’re very grateful for this prize. It’s life-changing and brings us a wonderful sense of security,” the friends agreed. “We plan to invest our winnings and share with our families,” they concluded.

LOTTO MAX players in Ontario have won over $8.9 billion since 2009, including 111 jackpot wins and 937 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 Rexall on Carling Avenue in Ottawa.  

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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