Peterborough Humane Society's Fall 2025 50/50 Lottery Shatters Previous Fundraising Record

The Peterborough Humane Society’s (PHS) Fall 2025 PHS 50/50 Lottery has achieved a new all-time high of $57,575, over $7,000 above the previous fundraiser.

The PHS 50/50 Lottery has given away over $97,000 in cash prizes, $15,000 in travel vouchers from Marlin Travel Peterborough and a luxury patio chair set from Stoney Lake Furniture Co., since it launched in the spring of 2024. Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Humane Society.

This had broken the past spring’s record jackpot of $50,245 set back in May.

Allyson Allin of Lakefield, won the 50/50, taking home the $28,787.50 grand prize.

The PHS 50/50 Lottery also featured the Marlin Travel & Transat Ruffle, offering a $5,000 gift certificate for use at Marlin Travel Peterborough toward any Transat travel package. It was won but Michael Walker of Highlands East.

The lottery ran from Sept. 26 to Oct. 31 with proceeds towards PHS for animals in need.

“Our community’s love for animals continues to shine through,” said Shawn Morey, PHS CEO. “From those who bought tickets to the local businesses and media who shared our message, everyone played a part in this success. We’re so thankful for the incredible support that makes our work possible.”

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Peterborough Man Wins Over $50,000 In ONTARIO 49 Draw

Peterborough’s John Rowe has won the ONTARIO 49 second prize of $50,000 from the Sept. 27 draw, announced on Thursday.

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He also won prizes of $1,000, $750 and $100 on his ONTARIO 49 selections, bringing his total winnings to $51,850.

Rowe said he has been playing the lottery with OLG every week for about 50 years.

“I found out I won at the store, and I was pretty calm,” he said. “It feels great to win,” John continued. “I’ll share this prize with my family, pay some bills, and get started on Christmas shopping.”

The winning ticket was purchased at Jackson Park Convenience on Parkhill Road West in Peterborough.

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Peterborough Man Becomes Millionaire With LOTTO 6/49 Gold Ball Draw From Sept. 10

Peterborough’s Clifford Rashotte can call himself a millionaire after winning $1 million from LOTTO 6/49’s Gold Ball Draw on Sept.10, announced on Tuesday.

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The 73-year-old has been playing LOTTO 6/49 and LOTTO MAX for over 20 years. The father of two and grandfather of one says he plays his own numbers, based on family birthdays and anniversaries.

“I was checking my email while in bed, half-asleep, when I saw a message from OLG,” said Rashotte. “I told myself I didn’t win anything and went back to sleep. When I checked again later, I froze.”

He shared the news with his wife and brother, who didn’t believe it at first.

“It was crazy,” explained Rashotte. “I was just so happy and in total disbelief.”

He says he plans to invest his windfall and complete some home renovations.

“You never think it’ll happen to you until it does,” said Rashotte.

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Peterborough Man Hits Top Prize of $50,000 With Instant Cash

Peterborough’s Cody Sears is $50,000 richer after winning a top prize with Instant Cash in Multi-Win, announced on Friday.

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The 32-year-old discovered his win while checking his ticket at the store.

“I shared the news with my family and friends, and everyone was so excited for me,” he said.

He plans to save his winnings and will take time to consider how to spend his prize.

“I feel pretty good,” he said. “$50,000 will do just fine.”

The winning ticket was purchased at Mister Convenience on Monaghan Road.

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Peterborough Woman Wins $77,777 In Instant 7X Multiplier

‘Seven’ is Peterborough’s Lorraine Garvey’s lucky number as she won the top prize of $77,777 with Instant 7X Multiplier. 

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The retiree has been playing the lottery with OLG for over 30 years. Garvey plays INSTANT tickets, LOTTO MAX and LOTTO 6/49. This was her first major lottery win.

“This ticket was new to me and looked interesting, so I decided to pick one up,” explained Garvey. “I played my ticket right away and scanned it using the OLG app. When the prize amount appeared, I was stunned and thought there had been a mistake. I double-checked my ticket, but sure enough, it was correct!”

After having her ticket validated at the store, Garvey shared the incredible news with her husband when she got home.

“I showed it to him and said, ‘Look what I won!’ He was shocked and very happy for me,” she said. “Later, I called my daughters to tell them about my win, and they were overjoyed.”

She plans to purchase a new car, complete some home renovations, and share with her children.

“It takes a while for a win like this to sink in,” said Garvey. “It came as such a surprise!”

The winning ticket was purchased at Steve’s Quik Chek Variety on Armour Road in Peterborough.

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Peterborough Humane Society's Spring 50/50 Lottery Raises All-Time High Number

The Peterborough Humane Society’s (PHS) Spring 2025 PHS 50/50 Lottery has reached a new all-time high of $50,245, announced on Thursday morning.

Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Humane Society.

This third edition saw the first time the 50/50 draw break the $50,000 milestone.

Buckhorn’s Suzanne Cunningham was the grand prize winner of $25,122.50.

The PHS 50/50 Lottery also had the Marlin Travel & Collette ‘Ruff’le, for a $5,000 gift certificate, for use at Marlin Travel Peterborough on any Collette travel package. Peterborough’s Debra Amos won this year and says she has not had a vacation in over 10 years. She also adopted her two cats, Melvin and Jane, from PHS. 

The Lottery ran from April 7 to May 14 with proceeds towards PHS for animals in need.

“Once again Peterborough and the entire region have shown us just how important animal wellness is to them,” said Shawn Morey, PHS CEO. “We are so grateful to everyone who bought tickets, the small businesses that promoted the lottery, and to the community who helped spread the word. Everyone had a hand in making this a great success.”

Plans are already underway for the fourth iteration.   

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Peterborough Woman Wins $500,000 From OLG's MaxMillions With Online Lottery Ticket

Peterborough Lisa Martini-Dunk has 500,000 more reasons to smile winning $500,000 on MaxMillions in the Oct.15 Lotto Max draw, announced on Thursday.

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She was notified by e-mail about her win.

“I logged into my OLG.ca account and thought it said I had won $500,” she said. “Then, I noticed the additional zeros. I felt like I was dreaming and got up to get my glasses so I could see better,” she laughed. “Even then, I didn’t believe it! I asked my family to review the email, and my OLG.ca account. Once we were all convinced the win was real, we were so excited!”

Martini-Dunk has been playing the lottery with OLG for the past few years, with Lotto Max and Lotto 6/49 as her preferred games.

“This win feels like freedom. It feels like a gift and a blessing. My heart is full of gratitude,” she said. “I’ll put the rest aside as I figure out my next steps. I may travel and complete some home renovations.”

The winning ticket was purchased on OLG.ca. 

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Ennismore Woman Wins Top Prize of $100,000 From Instant Blazing Bounty

Ennismore’s Susan Maybury can celebrate after winning the $100,000 top prize Instant Blazing Bounty, announced on Friday.

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Maybury has been playing the lottery with OLG for more than 30 years. She enjoys playing LOTTO MAX and LOTTO 6/49, as well as various INSTANT games.

“I was playing my ticket in the store when I realized one of my numbers matched a lucky number. I couldn’t believe it,” said Maybury. “I shouted out, ‘Did I really win?’ My body froze and my hands started to shake. I told my husband and my kids, and oh boy, were they happy to hear of my win!”

Susan plans to save her winnings for the time being.

“Words can’t describe the feeling of winning” she explained. “I couldn’t be any happier.”

The winning ticket was purchased at Causeway Variety on Robinson Road in Ennismore.

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Peterborough Man Wins Top Prize of $75,000 From Instant Cashboom

Peterborough’s Leslie Mann is $75,000 richer after winning a top prize with Instant Cashboom, announced on Friday.

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The truck driver has been playing the lottery with OLG for more than 20 years. He plays weekly and enjoys a variety of games, including Lotto Max, Lotto 6/49 and Instant win tickets.

“I played my ticket while I was still at the store and instantly knew that I had won. I couldn’t believe it. I was so surprised and overwhelmed with emotion,” said Mann. “I shared the good news with my family and everyone-including me-was thrilled.”

With the money, Mann plans to help his family and plan a trip to England or Australia.

The winning ticket was purchased at Brookdale Kwik Mart on Chemong Road in Peterborough.

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Hiawatha Man Wins $150,000 In The Bigger Spin Instant Game

Arlan Musgrave of Hiawatha is $150,000 richer after after winning big with the THE BIGGER SPIN INSTANT game.

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Musgrave has been a weekly lottery player for several years and this was his first big win according to a press release. 

“I was at home, sitting in my chair and began to play my ticket,” he said. “I saw that the numbers matched and the prize was a big one. I was definitely excited. I looked at the ticket over and over again to confirm what I was seeing was real.”

Eager to know if he had won big, Musgrave headed to the store to validate his ticket.

“When the clerk checked my ticket, she was so excited for me,” he explained.

When Musgrave’s friend heard the news, she was initially in disbelief.

“She thought it was a prank ticket at first. She was extremely happy for me too,” he said. “After playing for so long, it feels good to have won.”

Musgrave says he plans to save his winnings.

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