Quebec Family and Friends Group Wins $5M Lotto Jackpot Ahead of Holidays
Here’s an incredible story just in time for the holidays. A group of 19 family members and friends, some from the North Shore and others from the Bas-St-Laurent region in Quebec, have hit the jackpot, winning $5 million in the Lotto 6/49 Classic draw on December 3rd. What makes this win even more remarkable is that this group has been playing the same numbers together for thirty years. That’s three decades of hope, anticipation, and shared excitement, and it finally paid off in a huge way.
The winning ticket was purchased by Jean-Guy Lavoie at a Couche-Tard store in Baie-Comeau, and he was quick to emphasize how meaningful it was to share the prize. “I’m happier to share the prize with the group than I would have been if I had won it alone,” Lavoie said. His partner, Marie-Christine Jean, was actually the first to spot that the drawn numbers matched their combination. She excitedly told Lavoie, “Those look like our numbers!” before they confirmed the results on the Loto-Québec app.
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The announcement came as a complete surprise to Lavoie’s children, who had been secretly added to the group without their knowledge. The moment of realization must have been absolutely priceless. For these 19 winners, it’s not just about the money—it’s about celebrating a long-standing tradition, together.
Isabelle Jean, the executive vice president at Loto-Québec, praised the win, noting that the Lotto 6/49 Classic Jackpot has already been claimed ten times in Quebec this year. She remarked, “It’s wonderful to see families and friends sharing a jackpot as the year comes to a close.”
Plans for the prize include treating themselves to gifts for the holidays, while also making some smart investments. And in case anyone else is feeling lucky, Loto-Québec announced that another $5 million Classic Jackpot ticket was sold in Laval on December 13 and has yet to be claimed, so people are being urged to check their tickets.
For this tight-knit Quebec group, their decades-long tradition has finally resulted in a life-changing reward. It’s a heartwarming reminder of how persistence, shared joy, and a little bit of luck can create unforgettable moments, especially when celebrated with family and friends. This win is the perfect way to ring in the holiday season.
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