Nina F. and Frederick K. are having an extra-ordinary start to their year, after learning that they won a $500,000 Extra prize from the December 23, 2025 Lotto Max draw.
“Fred scanned the ticket [on the BCLC Lotto! App] and at first I thought he was teasing me,” recalled Nina.
“We checked the ticket and thought it was a free play at first!” said Fred.
The Coombs residents first shared the news with their daughter and son-in-law, who immediately called to ask if it was a joke.
Nina and Frederick plan to celebrate with a vacation but haven’t decided on a destination yet.
On how it feels to win?
“Surreal!” said Nina.
The winning ticket was purchased at Save-On-Foods on Island Highway West in Parksville.
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.
