Lotto Max Lottery

Lotto Max is a popular Canadian lottery game known for its large jackpots and MAXMILLIONS prizes. Here's a detailed overview of the lottery:

How to Play

• Purchase a Ticket: Lotto Max tickets can be purchased at authorized lottery retailers across Canada.
• Choose Your Numbers: Each play requires you to select seven numbers from 1 to 50. You can choose your own numbers or opt for a Quick Pick, which randomly generates numbers for you.
• MAXMILLIONS: When the Lotto Max jackpot reaches or exceeds $50 million, MAXMILLIONS prizes are offered. Each MAXMILLIONS prize is worth $1 million. The number of MAXMILLIONS prizes varies depending on ticket sales and can be up to around 70 prizes for a $70 million jackpot.
• Draws: Lotto Max draws are held every Tuesday and Friday.

Winning Numbers and Prizes

• Matching Numbers: To win the jackpot, you need to match all seven numbers drawn. Prizes are also awarded for matching fewer numbers, including the bonus number.
• Free Play: A "Free Play" ticket can be won by matching 3 numbers plus the Bonus number.

Odds of Winning

• The odds of winning the Lotto Max jackpot are approximately 1 in 33,294,800.
• The odds of winning any prize are approximately 1 in 7.

Prize Payouts

• Jackpot: The jackpot starts at $10 million and can grow to a maximum of $70 million.
• MAXMILLIONS: When the jackpot reaches $50 million, additional MAXMILLIONS prizes of $1 million each are offered.
• Other Prizes: Prizes are awarded for matching various combinations of numbers, as detailed in the prize structure above.

Claiming Prizes

• Small Prizes: Small prizes (typically up to a few hundred dollars) can be claimed at authorized lottery retailers.
• Large Prizes: Large prizes (over a certain amount, which varies by province) typically need to be claimed at a lottery prize claim center.
• Deadlines: Prizes must be claimed within one year of the draw date.

Important Notes

• Lotto Max is a game of chance, and there is no guaranteed way to win.
• Players should play responsibly and within their budget.
• Always check your tickets carefully after each draw.

This information is for general guidance only. For the most up-to-date information and official rules, please refer to the official Lotto Max website.