Peterborough Humane Society 50/50 Lottery Hits $126,865 Jackpot to Cap Record-Breaking Year

By Scott Arnold

A Peterborough ticket holder is celebrating a $63,432.50 win after the Peterborough Humane Society’s Fall 2026 50/50 Lottery closed with a $126,865 jackpot, marking the most successful year in the lottery’s history.

The Peterborough Humane Society (PHS) announced that the fall 2026 PHS 50/50 Lottery wrapped up with a stunning $126,865 jackpot. It closes out a record-setting 2026, in which the lottery raised more for PHS than ever before (photo by scott arnold)

Jane M. of Peterborough took home half of the jackpot after the final draw on Friday, November 6th, while Robin W., also of Peterborough, won the separate $5,000 Marlin Travel and Transat Ruffle prize.

For the Peterborough Humane Society (PHS), however, the excitement goes beyond the winning tickets. The fall campaign capped a record-breaking 2026, raising more money for the organization than any previous year since the lottery launched in 2024.

The funds help provide the food, veterinary treatment and daily care animals need while they wait for their forever homes. Approximately 1,500 animals come through PHS each year, with each receiving veterinary care and vaccinations, along with a microchip and spay or neuter surgery before adoption.

PHS does not receive government or institutional funding for its operations, making community support an important part of keeping those services available.

“When we launched the PHS 50/50 Lottery in 2024, we hoped it would become something our community looked forward to,” said Shawn Morey, Chief Executive Officer of PHS. “Seeing people rally behind it again this fall means a great deal to our team. Every ticket bought and every post shared helped us reach more people and raise funds for the animals in our care.”

A Community Effort That Keeps Growing

Running from October 1st to November 6th, the fall lottery attracted ticket buyers from across Ontario, with the final jackpot reaching $126,865.

This year also brought some changes to the campaign. Miskin Law joined as the new Early Bird Sponsor, allowing for larger Early Bird prizes, while the lottery introduced a membership option for the first time.

Hundreds of players signed up to have the same ticket package automatically purchased for them when the next PHS 50/50 Lottery launches in spring 2027.

The support has added up since the lottery began in spring 2024. It has now awarded more than $225,000 in cash prizes, along with $25,000 in travel vouchers through Marlin Travel Peterborough.

Morey also thanked Miskin Law, Marlin Travel and Transat for supporting the campaign, along with everyone who purchased a ticket or encouraged someone else to take part.

For the animals arriving at PHS, that support means having a safe place to stay, receiving the medical attention they need and getting the chance to find a loving home.

The $126,865 jackpot may have brought the fall campaign to a close, but the impact of the community's generosity will continue well beyond the final draw.

Scott Arnold is a Journalist and Content Creator at PTBOCanada Media Inc

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