Hamilton’s Alan Slote says the cash from his “first big win” with Lotto 649 is earmarked for a new car, his family and donations for his favourite causes.
“This is a huge blessing and an unreal moment,” said the 80-year-old who’s been playing for some 30 years.
Slote says he discovered his $1-million “windfall” from the Nov. 22, 2023 Gold Ball Draw while on a grocery run.
“My wife was loading up the groceries and I quickly called her over to double-check the win. Our jaws dropped,” he recalled.
“It took me so long to process this. I wasn’t able to process all the zeroes. We were both very emotional.”
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The retiree says he usually plays Lotto 649 and Lotto Max on shopping days.
The winning ticket was purchased at Fortinos on Dundurn Street.
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