Marc Lauzon, a resident of Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Que., won a $50,000 prize with Célébration 2023 after rediscovering a lottery ticket just in time.
With just 12 days left until the deadline, Lauzon found the ticket he had lost after hiding it somewhere in his books. He had received the ticket as a Christmas gift in 2022 for the January 8, 2023 draw. Lauzon discovered his win, and decided to put the winning ticket in a book, planning to claim his prize later. But as the deadline approached, the ticket mysteriously disappeared and Lauzon could no longer find which book he had tucked his ticket into.
As time kept ticking, the deadline was fast approaching. Lauzon searched for several months before he finally found the biography book in which he had hidden his winning ticket. His lucky find came just 12 days before the January 8, 2024 deadline — a reminder that lottery winners have one year from the draw date to claim their winnings.
Now, with extra cash in hand, Lauzon plans to invest in his future. The $50,000 prize is a great opportunity for him to secure his financial stability and pursue his dreams.
Célébration 2023 may have passed, but Loto-Quebec is now waiting for winners to claim their Célébration 2024 prizes. Tickets for Célébration 2024 were on sale from Oct. 30, 2023 to Jan. 3, 2024, with the same rules and price as last year.
For holders of Célébration 2024 tickets, there’s a chance to win big. Players can scratch their ticket to instantly match three prizes or find a “Participation Télé (TV Participation)” for a chance to win $1,000 and participate in a draw for up to $1 million. Ticket holders can also uncover codes for trips, a Mercedes-Benz, or cash prizes.
If you missed your chance to purchase a Célébration 2024 ticket, don't worry. Loto-Quebec offers this exciting game on an annual basis, so you can always try your luck next year.
If you're looking to take a break from gambling, self-exclusion programs can be effective tools. Check out the resources available across Canada for more information.
