Jim, an artist, has been playing the lottery with OLG for the past 10 years. He typically plays LOTTO 6/49 but has also discovered the fun of INSTANT games. After a previous CASH BLAST ticket didn’t result in a win, Jim decided to give the game another try. That decision paid off, leading him to the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto to celebrate his first big win!
“I was at home, playing my ticket, when I noticed I had a match,” Jim recounted, while visiting the OLG Prize Centre to claim his windfall. “When I revealed the corresponding prize, I couldn’t help but wonder if I was seeing it correctly. If I was, I knew I’d soon be heading to downtown Toronto to claim my winnings!”
“The first person I shared the news with was my mom,” Jim smiled. “I showed her my ticket, and she initially thought I’d won $50,000, so I asked her to take a closer look. When she realized it was half a million dollars, she was thrilled for me and gave me the biggest hug.”
“After winning this prize, I had this nervous, exhilarating energy running through my entire body,” said Jim. “At first, I was numb with shock, and then I was pulsing with excitement. It’s like I’m in a dream; it’s unbelievable!”
Jim revealed his plans for his winnings, expressing how he hopes to use this prize to fulfill his dreams. “While I haven’t made any final decisions yet, I’d love to explore getting my helicopter license. I may also upgrade my vehicle or take a trip south to enjoy some scuba diving,” Jim concluded.
The winning ticket was purchased at Esso/Circle K on Kingston Road East in Ajax.
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