A popular lottery win has electrified London, Ontario, with a resident now $80 million richer after claiming the LOTTO MAX Jackpot. This marks a huge moment, as this exact LOTTO MAX Jackpot has been claimed for the first time in the province by a single ticket holder. The winning ticket was for the December 30, 2025 LOTTO MAX draw, and the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) confirmed the news, marking this as major news for the region and potentially an historic lottery win for a Canadian lottery player.
The Record-Breaking LOTTO MAX Jackpot
The $80 million prize represents the highest possible LOTTO MAX jackpot, hitting the game’s maximum cap. For the first time in Ontario, a single ticket has claimed this exact amount for the LOTTO MAX Jackpot. This particular jackpot had been steadily growing, reaching the $80 million peak after several rollovers. The lucky ticket purchase was made in London, Ontario, making it a significant Ontario lottery win and a testament to the potential of the LOTTO MAX Jackpot.
History of the $80 Million LOTTO MAX Jackpot Prize
This win is special for more reasons than one, especially concerning the $80 million prize. It is only the second time a single ticket has won the $80 million LOTTO MAX Jackpot nationwide. Previously, the first $80 million LOTTO MAX Jackpot was split on September 17, 2024, between two tickets – one sold in Ontario and the other in Quebec. Later, on May 9, 2025, a single ticket in British Columbia claimed the full $80 million prize. The LOTTO MAX jackpot cap increased to $80 million in March 2024, and this event follows that significant change, adding to the history of this impressive LOTTO MAX Jackpot and contributing to the narrative of a massive OLG jackpot.
OLG and Winning Odds for the LOTTO MAX Jackpot
The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) oversees these games and confirmed the validation of the winning ticket for the LOTTO MAX Jackpot. OLG manages all lottery sales and prize payouts in Ontario. Winning the main LOTTO MAX Jackpot is extremely rare, with odds approximately 1 in 33.3 million per $5 play. Many players continue to try their luck, drawn by the allure of such life-changing money from the LOTTO MAX Jackpot, hoping for their own Ontario Lottery winner moment.
Many Other MAXMILLIONS Winners Across Ontario
This particular draw was not just about the grand LOTTO MAX Jackpot prize. Several other large prizes were also awarded. Seven MAXMILLIONS tickets won $1 million each, with these winning tickets sold in various locations, including Hamilton and two in Toronto. Barrie, Thornhill, the Prince Edward County/Hastings area, and the Niagara area also had winners. Furthermore, four MAXMILLIONS tickets won $500,000 each. These were sold in Windsor (split with Vaughan), Vaughan (split with Windsor), York Region (split with OLG.ca), and OLG.ca (split with York Region). Two MAXMILLIONS tickets shared $333,333.40, sold in York Region and Ajax, splitting a prize with a ticket from Western Canada. Additionally, one ENCORE ticket won $1 million, purchased in Ajax. Three other ENCORE tickets won $100,000 each, sold in Durham Region, Grey County, and Welland. These MAXMILLIONS winners contribute to the excitement surrounding the LOTTO MAX draws, complementing the main LOTTO MAX Jackpot.
About LOTTO MAX
LOTTO MAX is a very popular Canadian lottery game, coordinated by the Interprovincial Lottery Corporation. The game replaced Lotto Super 7 and first launched in September 2009. Drawings happen twice a week, on Tuesdays and Fridays. Players select seven numbers from a pool of 50. Each $5 ticket also includes two quick picks. When the main LOTTO MAX Jackpot reaches $50 million, $1 million MAXMILLIONS prizes are added, continuing until the main jackpot is won. Then, the jackpot resets to $10 million, offering continuous opportunities for a significant LOTTO MAX Jackpot.
A Life-Changing Moment for a LOTTO MAX Jackpot Winner
This win marks a significant event for London and for Ontario, creating a new LOTTO MAX Jackpot winner. An Ontario Lottery winner is now incredibly wealthy, highlighting the excitement of lottery games like LOTTO MAX and its substantial jackpots. Such large jackpots capture public attention, and the OLG will guide the winner through the lottery prize claim process. This story is a thrilling piece of news, showing that dreams can come true with a substantial LOTTO MAX Jackpot, proving that a historic lottery win is possible. The popular Canadian lottery continues to captivate players with the chance to win big.
