Four lucky friends from the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) are celebrating a life-changing win after claiming a $1-million Lotto Max prize. The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) announced their big win on Tuesday, December 31.
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A Winning Team from the GTA
Robert Kotyk, a retiree from Mississauga, joined the lottery group just eight months ago and has been playing Lotto Max twice a week ever since. Kotyk’s teammates include Andrew Infelise of Mississauga, Paul Lehoveczki of Norval, and Robert Kenzora of Markham. Together, the group uses OLG’s Quick Pick feature and always adds Encore to their tickets.
The Lucky Draw
Kotyk purchased the group’s ticket for the November 22 Lotto Max draw during a quick stop for gas. To his astonishment, this ticket turned out to be the group’s first major lottery win.
“While making a quick stop for gas, I decided to purchase our tickets,” Kotyk shared during a visit to the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto. “When I checked this particular ticket and realized we’d won $1 million, I started shaking. It was hard to believe! The store staff were very happy and helpful.”
Sharing the Exciting News
In disbelief, Kotyk immediately called his wife to share the incredible news. According to the OLG release, Kotyk told her, “I think we just won the lottery!”
He then contacted his friends and group members to let them know. “It was surreal to share the news with them,” Kotyk said.
Plans for the Winnings
The foursome has practical and exciting plans for their $1-million prize. They intend to pay off bills and mortgages, invest wisely, and treat themselves to well-deserved vacations.
Lotto Max in Ontario
Since its inception in 2009, Lotto Max players in Ontario have won over $8.9 billion in prizes. The popular lottery game costs $5 per play and features draws every Tuesday and Friday.
The group’s winning ticket was purchased at the Shell gas station on Credit Valley Road in Mississauga.
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Play Responsibly
OLG encourages all players to play responsibly and within their means. With dreams of jackpots and prizes, every ticket holds the potential to change lives—just like it did for this lucky group of friends.
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