A lucky individual in Alberta has won a substantial $15 million prize from a Lotto Max ticket purchased for the June 5 draw, as confirmed by the Western Canada Lottery Corporation (WCLC) in a statement released on Monday. The winning ticket was bought in the province, but notably not in the major urban centers of Calgary or Edmonton.
Details of the Winning Ticket
The WCLC disclosed that the winning ticket matched all seven numbers in the Lotto Max draw held on June 5, 2026. The exact location of the ticket purchase has not been specified, but it was acquired somewhere in Alberta outside of the two largest cities. The winner has not yet come forward to claim the prize. Lottery officials advise the ticket holder to sign the back of the ticket, keep it in a safe place, and contact the WCLC to begin the claims process.
Claiming the Prize
Winners have up to one year from the draw date to claim their prize. The $15 million jackpot is the latest in a series of significant lottery wins in Alberta. The WCLC encourages all lottery players to check their tickets carefully.
Other News Highlights
In other news across Canada, several stories have emerged. Former airline captain flew hundreds of flights without a required license, according to Peel police. A man was arrested after vandalizing a rainbow crosswalk, captured on video. Metro Vancouver outside workers picketed the Grouse Grind trail. Calgary homebuilders were fined $250,000 following a workplace accident. Political leader Pierre Poilievre is set to announce new policies as an antidote to Alberta separation sentiment. OC Transpo resumed double-car service on O-Train Line 1. A man died after being pulled from Carleton University swimming pool. A psychological evaluation was ordered for a Montreal synagogue arson suspect facing six charges. Rihanna received a special gift from a Kahnawake flight attendant. Elections Alberta began hiring for a 'colossal' October referendum. Three individuals were charged with credit card thefts from fitness facilities in Edmonton, Ontario, and Manitoba. A man died after a truck entered a construction zone and collided with vehicles in Nova Scotia. RCMP in New Brunswick seized 26 stolen vehicles and 1 kg of cocaine from a Moncton residence. A man was charged after setting a fire at a Winnipeg Dollarama. Gas prices, low transit ridership, and overtime costs were factors in a projected deficit, according to a city report. Volunteers in Regina painted a pride crosswalk after the first was vandalized. A tornado warning was issued for southeastern Saskatchewan. May was the slowest for Waterloo Region home sales in over a decade. A woman is wanted for assault and property damage incidents in Guelph. A smashed car campaign aims to warn drivers about impaired driving risks in Saskatchewan. Saskatchewan's Carter Beck will participate in the MLB Draft Combine. Burnout and other pressures lead to high paramedic turnover in Sudbury. One person was killed in a Highway 11 crash, with the roadway remaining closed. Images were released of a shoeless suspect wanted in 401 and Ingersoll crashes. Stratford Walking Tours embarked on its third summer of educating tourists. A water gun shutdown a Barrie high school Monday morning. Mapleview Drive closure and detour to Barrie South GO were announced. An active police investigation took place in Harrow. Kingsville proposed a 50% cut to development charges to unlock sewer funding. Louise Arbour became Canada's 31st Governor General. British Columbia averages 14 hiking and climbing deaths per year, according to the coroners service. After an eight-week strike, long-term care workers in Nova Scotia voted on a tentative deal. A Canadian family says their son faces years in prison abroad over prescribed medication. Albania's Prime Minister Rama vowed to push on with a Kushner-linked luxury resort despite protests. The Pope met with six clergy abuse survivors in Spain, hoping to improve the church's response.
Politics
Ottawa offered millions in loans to airlines struggling with high jet fuel costs. Former Prime Minister Chretien commented on the Alberta separation question, calling it 'not a real referendum' ahead of the October vote.
Business
Convicted FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried is seeking a Trump pardon. WestJet signed a codeshare deal with Icelandair, offering easier access to Europe. A guru is set to accuse a Pepsi bottler of abusing a dominant position at the Competition Tribunal.
Health
Childhood egg allergies are falling as early introduction becomes more common, a new study finds. The late-night eating habit that may throw gut health into chaos was discussed. Organizations are working to address the mental health of Canadian farmers.
Entertainment
French singer Patrick Bruel was placed in police custody. Kim Kardashian watched Lewis Hamilton claim second place at the Monaco Grand Prix. Tony winners thanked voice teachers and babysitters as Broadway crowned 'Schmigadoon!'.
Sports
Canadians Andreescu and Shapovalov opened the grass-court season with losses at the Libema Open. The Hurricanes experienced a playoff baby boom, and the Golden Knights could join in amid a wild Stanley Cup Final. New York City imposed stringent security as Trump became the first sitting U.S. president to attend an NBA Finals game.
Lifestyle
Experts weighed in on whether 'tattle phones' are a good idea. To recharge the brain, experts suggest stopping swiping and turning a page. Taipei Zoo welcomed a pair of red pandas from China, the first in over a decade.
Climate & Environment
A flesh-eating cattle parasite is spreading in Texas as new far-flung screwworm cases are found. Tropical Storm Boris formed off Mexico's southern Pacific coast, bringing a flooding threat. An earthquake killed at least 35 in the Philippines and set off a tsunami.
Sci-Tech
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