Michael W. couldn’t help but smile, after learning that he won a $500,000 Extra prize from the November 21, 2025 Lotto Max draw.
“I was on the couch at home,” recalled Michael of the moment he realized he won. “I was just smiling, thinking about what this means.”
The Rosedale resident used the BCLC Lotto! App to check his ticket and then shared the news with his mom. “She had a bigger smile, the biggest smile!”
Michael shared that he didn’t have a bucket list ready to go but mentioned he will treat himself and is considering purchasing a new car.
The winning ticket was purchased at Esso on Yale Road East in Rosedale.
In 2025, B.C. lottery players redeemed more than $51 million in winnings from the Extra and more than $248 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.
