Lake Lenore couple win Hospital Home Lottery in Saskatoon

A couple from Lake Lenore, Sask., may have to get used to a new address in Saskatoon.

Howard Schemenauer and his wife, Yvette got their first look at the $1.3 million grand prize show-home Friday.

The couple said they’ve been buying tickets for years for the Hospital Home Lottery, but have never won anything.

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They were informed of their big win while having lunch at Tim Hortons on their way back from Saskatoon.

“I started crying,” Yvette said.

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“I couldn’t believe it at first,” Howard said.

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A few Saskatonians also took home big prizes including Marguerite Graves, who won the 50/50 worth $327,325.

The Hospital Home Lottery supports Saskatoon’s three hospitals.