Press release
$381,662“It’s pretty incredible”
$381,662“It’s pretty incredible”
Montréal, March 18, 2020 — On February 25, Lanaudière resident Joey Lechasseur won $381,662 playing Notre Dame on lotoquebec.com.
In summary
- Game: Notre Dame
- Prize: $381,662
- Date of the win: February 25, 2020
- Winner’s place of residence: Lanaudière
- Claim date and location: February 27, 2020, at Loto-Québec’s head office in Montréal
Highlights
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Joey didn’t know about lotoquebec.com until a friend told him to check it out.
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On the morning of February 25, the two friends were together, each playing various slot games on their phones, when Joey decided to bet a few dollars on the Notre Dame game. The progressive jackpot was what drew his attention. “Treasure chests kept popping up,” said the winner.
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In the end, a total win of $381,662 was displayed on the screen!
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Joey says he plans to buy a gift for the friend who introduced him to Loto-Québec's online gaming site. He says he’ll also treat himself to a new acoustic guitar.
About Loto-Québec
Loto-Québec’s mission is to responsibly and efficiently manage games of chance in a controlled and measured fashion in the interest of all Quebecers. Entertainment is at the heart of its activities. In 2019, Loto-Québec paid out 88 prizes of $1,000,000 or more. The Gagnant à vie and Grande Vie lotteries have provided 23 lucky winners with a lifetime annuity. Major prize winners are listed on the Winners page of the Lotteries site.
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Information:
Renaud Dugas
Senior Advisor, Media and Public Affairs
Loto-Québec
514-499-5208
renaud.dugas@loto-quebec.com