A Lotto Max Jackpot Winning ticket worth $70 million was sold in northern Ontario, making one lucky person the newest jackpot winner. A life-changing event occurred in Northern Ontario as the Lotto Max jackpot ticket worth a staggering $70 million was sold in the region.
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The draw took place on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, making this one of the largest lottery wins in Canadian history. The lucky ticket matched all seven main numbers: 02, 11, 12, 21, 24, 38, 39, along with the bonus number 33, securing the entire jackpot for the fortunate winner.
Timiskaming-Cochrane Area Holds the Winning Ticket
The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) announced on Wednesday that the winning ticket was purchased in the Timiskaming-Cochrane area for the August 20, 2024, draw. “If you live or were visiting the Timiskaming-Cochrane area and bought a Lotto Max ticket for the Aug. 20, 2024, draw, then you could be holding the life-changing $70 million winning ticket,” OLG stated in their news release.
Additional Maxmillions Prizes Awarded
In addition to the jackpot, 14 other maxmillions prizes were won across Canada, with seven of those tickets sold in Ontario. Notable winners include $1 million tickets purchased in Peterborough, Ottawa, Mississauga, and Toronto, along with two on OLG.ca. Another maxmillions ticket worth $333,333.40 was sold in Toronto and will be shared with two other winners from Western Canada.
Encore Winners in Ontario
Three Encore tickets, each valued at $1 million, were also sold in Ontario. The winning tickets were purchased in Unionville, Kingston, and Ottawa.
Lotto Max Winning Numbers
The winning numbers for the Lotto Max main draw on August 20, 2024, were:
02, 11, 12, 21, 24, 38, 39
Bonus Number: 33
Maxmillions Winning Numbers
In addition to the main jackpot, there were numerous Maxmillions prizes of $1 million each available. Here are the winning numbers for the Maxmillions draws:
Maxmillion Prizes Won Worth: $14,000,000
| Matches | Winners | Prize |
|---|---|---|
| 01 03 13 16 18 21 38 | 1 | $1,000,000.00 |
| 01 04 07 17 24 30 32 | 0 | $1,000,000.00 |
| 01 06 10 11 29 35 37 | 1 | $1,000,000.00 |
| 01 07 11 13 16 17 36 | 0 | $1,000,000.00 |
| 01 10 12 31 36 38 46 | 1 | $1,000,000.00 |
| 01 10 13 34 36 43 49 | 1 | $1,000,000.00 |
| 01 20 21 35 39 42 48 | 0 | $1,000,000.00 |
| 02 03 05 06 16 21 38 | 1 | $1,000,000.00 |
| 02 03 12 23 38 43 50 | 0 | $1,000,000.00 |
| 02 04 20 21 25 42 50 | 0 | $1,000,000.00 |
| 02 04 24 26 30 31 48 | 0 | $1,000,000.00 |
| 02 13 17 24 25 41 49 | 0 | $1,000,000.00 |
| 02 18 19 22 30 39 41 | 3 | $333,333.40 |
| 03 05 29 30 47 48 50 | 0 | $1,000,000.00 |
| 03 06 24 26 30 38 43 | 0 | $1,000,000.00 |
| 03 07 16 21 22 26 40 | 1 | $1,000,000.00 |
| 03 08 27 31 34 43 46 | 0 | $1,000,000.00 |
| 03 14 18 29 31 45 48 | 0 | $1,000,000.00 |
| 04 05 17 18 28 41 43 | 1 | $1,000,000.00 |
| 04 07 24 27 28 45 49 | 1 | $1,000,000.00 |
| 04 12 21 25 34 47 50 | 0 | $1,000,000.00 |
| 04 15 20 25 29 42 43 | 2 | $500,000.00 |
| 05 09 13 24 26 37 47 | 0 | $1,000,000.00 |
| 05 13 20 29 30 32 40 | 0 | $1,000,000.00 |
| 05 16 19 20 21 24 45 | 0 | $1,000,000.00 |
| 05 16 21 27 33 35 38 | 0 | $1,000,000.00 |
| 05 21 33 36 37 45 46 | 0 | $1,000,000.00 |
| 05 23 30 35 38 40 44 | 1 | $1,000,000.00 |
| 06 10 22 23 41 45 47 | 0 | $1,000,000.00 |
What’s Next for the Winner?
The winner has up to one year from the date of the draw to claim their prize. OLG recommends that the ticket holder signs the back of their ticket immediately and seeks financial advice before coming forward. The winner’s identity will be revealed once they claim the prize and go through the validation process.
Previous Lotto Max Draw Results
Impact on the Community
The sale of this jackpot-winning ticket has created a buzz in the local community, with many speculating about the potential winner. Northern Ontario has seen lottery winners before, but this $70 million win is exceptional, bringing hope and excitement to the region.
For those who participated in the Lotto Max draw, it’s essential to check your tickets. Even if you didn’t win the jackpot, there are other significant prizes from the Maxmillions draws, which awarded multiple $1 million prizes across Canada.
This win serves as a reminder that dreams can come true, and anyone holding a lottery ticket has a chance to change their life forever.
Upcoming Lotto Max Draw
The next Lotto Max draw is set for Friday, August 23, with a jackpot of $40 million up for grabs, according to the OLG.