Quebec’s Millionaire Boom: How Loto-Québec Changed Lives in 2025
If there’s one thing that really stood out in Quebec this year, it’s just how many lives were completely transformed by Loto-Québec in 2025. This wasn’t just a good year for lottery players — it was a record-breaking one. More than 100 people across the province officially became millionaires, and in some cases, entire communities felt the impact of these massive wins.
It was reported that over 1.7 billion dollars in prize money was handed out during the year, setting a new all-time record and surpassing what had already been considered a huge payout year in 2024. With the cost of living continuing to rise — groceries, rent, fuel, you name it — these lottery wins couldn’t have come at a better time. For many, financial pressure was instantly lifted, and a new chapter was quietly opened.
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Wins came from almost every major Loto-Québec game. Lotto 6/49, Lotto Max, Québec Max, Gagnant à vie, La Grande Vie, and even instant scratch tickets all played a role in creating this wave of new millionaires. The classic Lotto 6/49 jackpot alone was won ten times in Quebec, while a record number of people claimed life-changing prizes from Gagnant à vie and La Grande Vie. Those games, which offer weekly or daily payments for life, were especially popular, offering long-term security rather than a single lump sum.
Some of the stories behind these wins were particularly striking. In July, an entrepreneur from Montérégie and a retired woman from Montreal shared a jaw-dropping 70 million dollars. Just a couple of months later, in September, 14 residents of Bonne-Espérance on the Côte-Nord split a 50 million dollar Lotto Max jackpot, instantly putting a small community into the spotlight. These weren’t isolated cases either — group wins became a recurring theme throughout the year.
What also stood out was how widespread the good fortune was. Winners came from Montreal, Laval, Estrie, Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, the Laurentians, and many other regions. From young professionals to retirees, solo ticket holders to large groups of coworkers or friends, it felt like anyone could be next.
As 2025 comes to a close, one clear message remains: plenty of winning tickets are still out there, sometimes forgotten in wallets or drawers. Loto-Québec continues to remind players to check their tickets before they expire, because for some people this year, a simple piece of paper turned into a life-altering moment. And honestly, after a year like this, it’s hard not to wonder who might be next.
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