Sandeep Sidhu left the gas station with more than a full tank of gas, after learning that he won a $500,000 Extra prize from the December 5, 2025 Lotto Max draw.
“It was unexpected and a surprise,” recalled Sidhu, after learning he had won the lottery. “I went straight home!”
The Surrey resident first shared the news with his wife. “I called her and she didn’t believe it. I had to scan the ticket [on the BCLC Lotto! App] in front of her eyes for her to believe it!”
Sidhu plans to visit his family in India.
On how it feels to win?
“It feels good!”
The winning ticket was purchased at Chevron on 175th Street and 56th Avenue in Surrey.
So far in 2025, B.C. lottery players have redeemed more than $47 million in winnings from the Extra and more than $239 million from Lotto Max. Say ‘Yes’ to the Extra for the chance to win up to $500,000. The Extra is a $1 add on game available to purchase with Daily Grand, Lotto 6/49, BC/49 and Lotto Max at any BCLC lottery retailer or at PlayNow.com.
Players can purchase tickets at lottery retailers or at PlayNow.com. Winning numbers and group release forms can be found online at www.bclc.com. Players can check their lottery tickets anytime, anywhere on iOS and Android devices. Learn more about the BCLC Lotto! App here.
BCLC offers socially responsible gambling entertainment while generating income to benefit all British Columbians. Players can visit PlayNow.com to learn how to set time and money limits. For more information on tools and resources to encourage healthy play, visit GameSense.com.
