Winners

Vancouver Resident Excited for World Travel After Winning $500K Extra Prize

May 22, 2024

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Juliet Ligason’s dream of world travel is that much closer to reality, after winning the $500,000 Extra prize from April 9, 2024 Lotto Max draw. 

“I was at Superstore in Metrotown and I was not wearing my reading glasses,” recalled Ligason. “I thought it was only $5 – enough for a coffee. When the retailer told me I won, I asked ‘Are you sure?’” 

The Vancouver resident was excited to share the news with her family. “I told my grandchildren, but they did not understand. The oldest is only six!” 

Ligason plans to celebrate with her family over a nice dinner and is taking time to decide what’s next but looks forward to traveling. 

On how it feels to win? 

“I am very happy, appreciative and thankful. This is a blessing in my life.” 

Ligason purchased the winning ticket at London Drugs on Victoria Drive and 41st Avenue in Vancouver. 

So far in 2024, B.C. lottery players have redeemed more than $18 million in winnings from the Extra and more than $71 million from Lotto Max. Say ‘Yes’ to the Extra for the chance to win up to $500,000. The Extra is a $1 add on game available to purchase with Daily Grand, Lotto 6/49, BC/49 and Lotto Max at any BCLC lottery retailer or at PlayNow.com.

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