Ontario Lotto Max Player Hits $15 Million Jackpot in Brant County
A fortunate lottery player in Southwestern Ontario is now $15 million richer after purchasing the sole winning ticket for Tuesday night's Lotto Max draw. The ticket was sold somewhere in Brant County, though the exact location and winner's identity remain unknown at this time.
Winning Numbers and Additional Prizes
According to the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) website, the winning numbers for the January 20, 2026 draw were 03, 09, 15, 17, 22, 31, 31 with a bonus number of 50. While one ticket claimed the massive $15 million jackpot, thousands of other prizes were distributed across the province.
A second prize ticket worth $141,315.10 was sold in Lanark County. Additionally, two Encore tickets each valued at $100,000 were purchased in Nepean and through OLG.ca.
Recent Major Lottery Wins in Ontario
This $15 million win continues a streak of significant lottery successes across Ontario in recent weeks. Other notable jackpots include:
- A $55 million Lotto Max jackpot sold in the United Counties of Prescott and Russell on January 9, 2026
- An $80 million winner from the December 30, 2025 draw sold in London
Another Recent Winner's Story
In related lottery news, OLG recently announced another substantial Lotto Max prize winner. June-Kai Ricky Shek, a 35-year-old finance professional from Markham, won $1,211,800.80 as the second prize winner from the December 23, 2025 draw.
Shek, who has played Lotto Max intermittently since becoming legally eligible, described an unusual moment that led to his win. "I was at the gas station when the store clerk asked me if I wanted to purchase a Lotto Max ticket," he recalled during his prize collection at the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto. "It was different from my regular routine, but I said 'Sure!'"
After experiencing what he described as "a strong urge" to check his ticket, Shek used the OLG app and discovered his life-changing win. He plans to invest his winnings and potentially take a family vacation, stating, "This win feels great. It will help us and the people around us."
Lottery Success Across the Province
These recent wins highlight the ongoing popularity and success of lottery games across Ontario. From multi-million dollar jackpots to substantial secondary prizes, Ontario residents continue to experience remarkable fortune through provincial lottery offerings.
The OLG encourages all ticket holders to check their numbers carefully, as winners sometimes remain unaware of their good fortune for extended periods. With thousands of prizes awarded in each draw, many Ontarians may discover they've won smaller amounts that still provide meaningful financial benefits.
