Brampton couple wins $70M jackpot after Mother's Day gift
A Brampton couple who immigrated to Canada from Jamaica has won a $70 million Lotto Max jackpot after receiving a ticket as a Mother's Day gift. The couple plans to use the winnings to support their family and fulfill personal dreams while maintaining a cautious approach to their new wealth.
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This human-interest story highlights the 'rags-to-riches' narrative and the cultural significance of lottery wins in immigrant communities.
A Brampton couple who came to Canada from Jamaica “with nothing” are now celebrating a life‑changing $70‑million Lotto Max jackpot, all thanks to a Mother’s Day gift.
Audrey and Wills W., longtime lottery players, won the massive prize in the May 8 draw. The ticket — a Lotto Max Quick Pick — was a simple Mother’s Day present from Wills to Audrey.
Audrey was the first to check the ticket using the OLG app.
“I saw the winning amount on the screen, turned to Wills, and said, ‘Look at this — is this $70?’ He glanced at it and said, ‘No, look again because there are so many more zeros!'” she recalled. “When I realized it was $70 million, I was shocked… I started jumping on the bed in excitement and then fell to my knees overcome with joy.”
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