New lottery The Daily Grand sparks debate

By hugjodi Global News

Posted October 20, 2016 6:22 pm EST

Updated October 20, 2016 7:33 pm EST

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A new lottery from the Western Canada Lottery Corporation (WCLC) offers westerners the chance to win a lump sum of $7 million or $1,000 a day if they win the grand prize.

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The first draw for The Daily Grand is Thursday night. Tickets can be purchased up until 8:30 p.m. MT.

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Tickets are $3 each with draws on Monday and Thursday nights.

Informal discussions around the Global Calgary newsroom seem to suggest age plays a role in which option people would choose.