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‘Holy cow, that’s not possible!’ B.C. resident wins $1.4 million on slot machine

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Kelowna man wins big playing slot machine
He's a financial consultant who has some big financial decisions to make of his own now after winning nearly $1.5 million. The Kelowna man was recently playing slot machines at Chances casino when luck struck and on Friday, he was presented with the colossal cheque. – Apr 5, 2024

An Okanagan resident is the province’s newest millionaire after parlaying $3 into a seven-figure windfall.

Playing a slot machine at a local casino, Greg Moroso of Kelowna beat almost impossible odds when he won $1.4 million on a $3 wager.

According to the B.C. Lottery Corporation, Moroso was playing a progressive slot machine, called Powerbucks, at Chances Casino on March 22.

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Moroso said he chose the slot machine because of its seat.

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“Quite frankly, I just wanted to sit down in a nice, comfortable chair for a little bit, so the win was a big plus,” Moroso exclaimed.

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“I said, ‘Holy cow, that’s not possible!’”

After the incredible win, Moroso said he FaceTimed his partner to share the stunning news.

“She said she went numb when I told her,” said Moroso. “She was so shocked and it didn’t sink in for her until about 48 hours later.”

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The slot machine is one of two Powerbucks at Chances Casino. The progressive jackpot starts at $1 million and grows as players place bets across participating casinos in Canada.

With a padded bank account, Moroso says he plans to visit Las Vegas this fall to see an Eagles concert, buy an RV to tour across Canada and retire early.

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“This win takes away any worries and will provide a comfortable retirement where I can focus on family.”

 

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