Someone in Ontario has woken up as a new millionaire after the winning Lotto Max ticket was sold somewhere in Etobicoke for the January 21 draw. The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) shared the news in a press release, confirming there was one lucky winner of the Lotto Max draw, worth a staggering $60 million. So far, the identity of the fortunate ticket holder has not been revealed.
OLG stated, "The $60 million jackpot is the first Lotto Max jackpot win in Ontario in 2025." This jackpot marks the excitement of the new year, especially following 2024, which saw record-breaking lottery activity with 11 jackpot wins totaling $525 million.
Along with the grand prize, another ticket sold in Dufferin County won $1 million during the Encore draw associated with the Lotto Max. The winning numbers announced for the January 21 Lotto Max draw were 13, 15, 21, 35, 36, 42, and 47, with the bonus number being 38.
“Overall, last night’s Lotto Max draw had 325,287 Ontario winners,” the OLG noted, reflecting the widespread excitement surrounding this significant lottery event.
If you bought your lottery ticket in Etobicoke, now's the time to check your tickets. The OLG is encouraging players to verify through their app or at the nearest retail points. The jackpot, being the first of its kind for 2025, is generating buzz and interest among players.
The potential yearly financial windfall could change the winner's life dramatically, highlighting the dreams and hopes attached to lottery wins. All prizes must be claimed within one year of the draw date, raising anticipation as the clock ticks for the lucky winner to come forward.
Last year's record of 11 jackpots won is still fresh on the minds of Ontario residents, with many hoping to catch lightning again this year. The immediate excitement is likely to fuel ticket sales for the next Lotto Max draw, scheduled for Friday, January 24, which will feature another estimated jackpot of $15 million.
With this background, Ontarians are poised for what could be another lucrative year of Lotto Max wins. The current buzz speaks to the dreams of winning big and the changes it might bring to everyday lives.