Joyce Preston has a lot to celebrate as we welcome a new year after winning the top prize of $1 million playing the $10 X Scratch & Win ticket.
“I was at home and scratched this ticket as the last in a bunch,” recalled Preston. “I looked at the matching number and it said $1 million!”
The Vancouver resident first shared the news of her win with her daughter, who screamed and exclaimed “Oh my god, a million!”
Preston is planning a vacation with her friends and hopes to help her grandchildren with their education.
On how it feels to win $1 million?
“First I was in shock and disbelief but eventually it started to become more real when I told my family.”
Preston purchased the winning ticket at the Shell Select station on Oak Street and King Edward Avenue in Vancouver.
In 2022, Scratch & Win players redeemed more than $177 million in prize-winning tickets.
Players can now check their lottery tickets anytime, anywhere on iOS or Android devices. Learn more about the BCLC Lotto! App here.
BCLC offers socially responsible gambling entertainment while generating income to benefit all British Columbians. Remember, play for fun, not to make money. For more information, visit GameSense.com.
