Ontario Celebrates $55 Million Lotto Max Win, Second in a Row

A winning Lotto Max ticket worth $55 million was sold in the United Counties of Prescott and Russell, located in eastern Ontario. This significant win marks the second consecutive jackpot claimed by an Ontario resident, following an $80 million victory just over a week ago in London. The announcements were made by the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) on March 15, 2024.

Tony Bitonti, a spokesperson for OLG, expressed his enthusiasm in an email to CP24, stating, “This is two life-changing wins in a row for Ontario Lotto Max players. Incredible.” He added that he looks forward to meeting the new multi-millionaires as they come forward to claim their prizes.

In addition to the substantial jackpot, the recent draw also yielded thousands of other prizes across the province. Notably, an Encore ticket worth $100,000 was sold in Ajax, contributing to the excitement surrounding the Lotto Max draws.

Since its inception in 2009, Lotto Max has proven to be a lucrative game for Ontario players, who have collectively won more than $9.5 billion. This includes a remarkable 119 jackpot wins and 993 Maxmillions prizes throughout the province. The cost of a Lotto Max ticket is $5, with draws occurring every Tuesday and Friday.

The recent winners illustrate the ongoing popularity of the Lotto Max game in Ontario, capturing the attention and dreams of many who hope to strike it rich. As the excitement builds, more players are likely to participate in upcoming draws, hoping to replicate the success of the latest jackpot winners.