Lottery Millionaires Might Have to Wait for Jackpots

Lottery enthusiasts across the nation have been excited to witness the upcoming regular lottery draw, as it could change their lives for good. Atlantic Lottery Corporation recently made it clear that it has been contacted by an individual claiming to be Canada’s next lottery millionaire. The lotto enthusiasts informed that Crown corporation that they are in possession of a winning Lotto 6/49 ticket eligible for a CA$1-million payout.

Lottery gaming has increased in popularity over the past few weeks, now that players have more free time and practice social distancing. They have the chance to purchase their lottery tickets online, from the comfort of their home and this further encourages many of them to try their luck for the first time.

ALC Contacted by a Winner

Lottery winners still have 12 months to claim their cash after the date of the winning lottery draw. An individual hailing from Cape Breton recently contacted the Crown corporation claiming that they are in possession of a winning Lotto 6/49 ticket that could make them much richer. The ticket in question is eligible for a cash payout of CA$1 million coming with the regular draw on March 25.

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The winner took their time to process the situation and make their next move over the course of the past weeks. For the time being, the ticket in question has not been confirmed by the Crown corporation overseeing the field. It should have the number 84632029-01 printed on it if it is the winning one indeed. Atlantic Lottery Corporation Spokesperson Lindsay Meekins said that the ticket must be confirmed.

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This is expected to happen once the Crown corporation’s offices recommence working with the public. The winner would have to brace with patience and consider their next steps, as well as the bucket list of plans. More recently, a lottery player from Winnipeg reported winning CA$100,000 thanks to a Lotto MAX ticket purchased. The winning draw took place on April 24.

More Winners across Canada

Western Canada Lottery Corporation recently received the information that an individual hailing from Winnipeg has become eligible for a cash payout amounting to CA$100,000. The special number printed on that ticket is 5836194 and the player became eligible for this payout thanks to the Extra draw coming with the regular lottery activities.

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The Main prize coming with this Lotto MAX draw managed to reach CA$49 million. However, it also managed to survive yet another draw and expectations are that it would swell even further. April 28 is about to bring the next regular Lotto MAX draw and the estimated jackpot coming with it would amount to CA$50 million. All eyes are set on it and more individuals have purchased lottery tickets, trying to lay their hands on it.

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In the meantime, Lotto 6/49 is also attracting more players, as its Main prize of CA$5 million survived after the April 25 regular draw. The upcoming one is set to take place on April 29 and bring a Main prize of approximately CA$6 million. Players across Canada are encouraged to make their lottery ticket purchases online.