Press release

Montréal, August 17, 2023 — Laval resident Dionysios Pappas recently had a most remarkable evening. Just as he was getting ready to go to bed, he checked the July 21 Lotto Max results and was stunned to see his usual combination among those that had won $1,000,000! The lucky winner immediately gave his wife the great news. “She didn’t believe me... Even my kids thought I was joking!” he said when he claimed his prize. He plans on sharing half the prize with them.

The winning ticket was purchased at the Dépanneur 7 Jours on Boulevard Samson. The retailer will receive a 1% commission of $10,000.

In summary

• Lottery game: Lotto Max
• Prize: $1,000,000
• Category: Maxmillions (7/7)
• Draw date: July 21, 2023
• Winner’s place of residence: Laval
• Ticket purchase location: Dépanneur 7 Jours (4725 Boulevard Samson, Laval)

About Loto-Québec

Loto-Québec has been delivering entertainment to Quebecers for over 50 years, and its operations benefit the people and province of Québec. In 2022, it paid out 120 prizes of $1,000,000 or more to lottery winners. The Gagnant à vie and Grande Vie lottery games have provided 15 lucky winners with a lifetime annuity. Major prize winners are listed on the Winners page in the Lotteries section of lotoquebec.com. Read their stories.