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“She Hung Up the Phone!”: Surrey Resident’s Wife Didn’t Believe His $500,000 Extra Win

March 26, 2025

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Dharamjit Singh’s shopping day proved extra memorable when he learned he matched 4/4 Extra numbers from the March 18, 2025 Lotto Max draw, scoring a $500,000 prize. 

“I went to the drugstore to pick something up and used the self-scanner to check my ticket,” recalled Singh of the moment he realized he won. “The place where I purchased the ticket was close by, so I went there to check too. I didn’t realize I won $500,000 at first – the retailer helped me figure it out!”  

The Surrey resident was most excited to tell his wife about his win. 

“When I told her she didn’t believe me and she hung up the phone. I had to have the retailer tell her I won so she would believe me!” 

Singh plans to use his winnings to pay off his mortgage and help his kids with their student debt.

On how it feels to win the lottery? 

“It will be helpful!”    

Singh purchased the winning ticket at the lottery kiosk at Scottsdale Centre in Delta.

In 2024, B.C. lottery players have redeemed more than $54 million in winnings from the Extra and more than $132 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.