The serendipity of life went into full swing when a humble truck stop in Kingston, Ontario became the site of jaw-dropping windfall for a man from eastern Ontario. Battersea’s very own John Wilson is now basking in newfound affluence, having won a staggering $12.5 million from the Lotto Max jackpot through the March 8th draw.
The exciting revelation transpired within the comfort of Wilson’s home. Accompanied by his wife, Wilson was nonchalantly examining his lottery tickets on the Ontario Lotto and Gaming Corporation’s mobile application. Wilson, a seasoned Lotto Max player of eight solid years, found out he was the lucky holder of a jackpot ticket.
At first glance, the ‘Big Winner’ announcement displayed across the screen seemed to depict a prize of $12.5 thousand. But as Wilson peered closely, he discovered the reality: “There are a few more zeros,” he remarked, still in disbelief. Astounded at the revelation, he shared to the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto, “We hugged and celebrated – I just kept wondering if it was real.”
Wilson, a hardworking skilled worker, has decided that he wants to seize this golden opportunity to establish an education fund for his children. He intends to take some time to adjust and grasp the sheer enormity of his winnings. “This win is my chance to enjoy time with my family. We are excited for the future and possibilities that come along with this win,” Wilson expressed with an air of jubilant anticipation.
The congratulatory page on the OLG’s website reported that Wilson was one of two lucky winners who secured the top prizes, as winning the jackpot requires players to pick seven correct numbers out of seven. Alike Wilson, the other jackpot-winning ticket also saw a stroke of luck in Ontario, being sold in Brampton.
Lotto Max, the popular game of destiny that has turned Wilson’s life around, costs $5 per game and has draws twice a week, every Tuesday and Friday. The ticket that added a plethora of zeros to John Wilson’s bank account was purchased at the Kingston Truck Stop, positioned along Highway 15. Battersea, where Wilson hails from, is nestled in the Township of South Frontenac, roughly 25 kilometres north of Kingston.
The impact of the life-altering lottery win is not lost on Wilson: “This means so much to me in terms of what I can provide for my children. I will be forever thankful,” he added, brimming with gratitude. His exciting journey stands as a shining testament to luck’s unpredictability and the transformative power of unexpected windfall.