Extra Lottery

BC Extra Lottery Information

Game Name: BC Extra

Operator: British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC)

Type: Add-on lottery game played alongside Lotto 6/49, Lotto Max, BC/49, or Daily Grand.

Cost: $1 per Extra play, added to the cost of the main lottery ticket.

Number Selection: Four numbers (1–99), automatically generated via Quick Pick (no manual selection).

Eligibility: Players must be 19 years or older, per BCLC's legal gambling age in British Columbia.

Purchase Options: Available online at PlayNow.com or at over 3,500 authorized BCLC retailers, including convenience stores, gas stations, and supermarkets across British Columbia.

Online Features: PlayNow.com offers lottery subscriptions for automatic play, digital ticket storage, and email notifications for winnings.

Draw Schedule: Draws align with the main game: Lotto Max (Tuesdays and Fridays at 7:30 PM PT), Lotto 6/49 and Daily Grand (Wednesdays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM PT), BC/49 (Wednesdays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM PT).

Prize Structure: Fixed cash prizes for matching 1 to 4 numbers, no rollover jackpots. Prizes are paid as lump sums, tax-free in British Columbia.

• 4 of 4: $500,000 (odds: 1 in 9,999,001)
• 3 of 4: $50 (odds: 1 in 56,000)
• 2 of 4: $10 (odds: 1 in 1,000)
• 1 of 4: Free Play (odds: 1 in 111)

Overall Odds: Approximately 1 in 95 for any prize.

Claiming Prizes: Prizes under $2,000 can be claimed at any BCLC retailer. Larger prizes require a visit to a BCLC Prize Payout Centre (e.g., in Vancouver) with the ticket and government-issued ID, within 52 weeks of the draw date. Online winnings up to $10,000 are credited automatically to PlayNow accounts; larger amounts require verification.

Anonymity: Winners may choose to remain anonymous in British Columbia.

Recent Highlights: In 2025, a Nelson resident won $500,000 via Extra on a Lotto Max ticket, funding a trip to the U.K. Multiple $500,000 winners are reported annually, often supporting life-changing goals like home purchases or family support.

Proceeds: All BCLC lottery proceeds, including Extra, fund community programs in health care, education, and sports across British Columbia.

Resources: Check winning numbers and rules at BCLC.com or PlayNow.com. Historical results and number trends are available at LotteryCanada.com.

Responsible Play: BCLC provides resources for problem gambling support to ensure responsible gaming.