Press release

Montréal, June 19, 2024 — Linda Henley, a Lanaudière resident, won the handsome sum of $1,000,000 in the Lotto 6/49 draw on May 18. Ms. Henley usually buys one ticket per draw. But on May 18, she was feeling particularly lucky and decided to buy a second ticket while grocery shopping. A few days later, much to her surprise, she found out she was now a millionaire. She wasted no time in sharing the exciting news with her spouse. This lucky winner plans to use her winnings to buy a new car and move to a house by the water.

The winning ticket was purchased at the IGA Extra on Chemin de Lavaltrie in Lavaltrie. The retailer will receive a 1% commission of $10,000.

In summary

• Lottery game: Lotto 6/49
• Prize: $1,000,000
• Category: 10/10
• Draw date: May 18, 2024
• Winner’s place of residence: Lanaudière
• Ticket purchase location: IGA Extra (81 Chemin de Lavaltrie, Lavaltrie)
• The retailer will receive a 1% commission of $10,000.

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 2023, it paid out over $1.6 billion in prizes to lottery winners. Major prize winners are listed on the Winners page in the Lotteries section of lotoquebec.com. Read their stories.

Responsible commercialization is a key priority for Loto-Québec. The corporation holds the highest international certification in responsible gambling, awarded by the World Lottery Association.