OLG Makes First-Quarter Payment of Over $710,000 to The City of Peterborough

Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) has made its first-quarter payment of $715,551 to the City of Peterborough for hosting Shorelines Casino Peterborough, announced on Wednesday.

Since 1994, host communities have received more than $2.4 billion in non-tax gaming revenue. File Photo.

The fourth quarter ran from April 1 to June 30. Peterborough has received $18,461,887 since the Shorelines opened in October 2018.

These payments to host communities are based on a formula consistently applied across all gaming sites in Ontario using a graduated scale of gaming revenue at the hosted site, as stated in a press release. 

“OLG sharing these gaming revenues directly with Peterborough allows our community to invest in the local priorities that matter most to residents,” said Dave Smith, Peterborough-Kawartha MPP. “From boosting community services to maintaining local infrastructure, these quarterly host payments from Shorelines Casino Peterborough are a key part of protecting and enhancing the critical services our families rely on every day.”

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Ennismore Couple Win $100,000 Off Scratch Ticket

Linda and Michael F. of Ennismore hit the top prize of $100,000 with the Wild Cash Multiplier Scratch ticket.

Photo courtesy of OLG.

The married couple said they enjoy playing a variety of scratch games, LOTTO MAX and LOTTO 6/49. 

After purchasing their tickets, Michael said he played them in his car in the store parking lot. While scratching the first one, he uncovered a big win and ran back into the store to scan it.

“I stared at the screen in total disbelief,” he said “It was all a blur.” 

Michael immediately went home to share the news with his wife.

“When I bolted through the door, Linda asked, ‘What happened?’ I told her we won and we did a happy dance around the kitchen,'“ he exclaimed. 

The couple said they plan to put their winnings toward retirement savings, a fancy dinner with a few friends and a small getaway with their dog.

“I’m also going to buy Michael a guitar. He doesn’t know how to play but he’s looking forward to making some beautiful noise,” said Linda.

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

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Retired Peterborough Bus Driver Wins $250,000 From Scratch Ticket

Joel S. of Peterborough is $250,000 richer after winning a top prize with The Beautiful Game scratch ticket, announced on Thursday.

Photo courtesy of OLG.

The retired school bus driver said he regularly plays scratch tickets and is delighted to be celebrating his first big win.

“The World Cup was coming up and I’m really into soccer so when I saw this newer ticket, I figured I’d give it a shot,” said Joel.

The 61-year-old discovered his big win while scratching his ticket at home.

“I couldn’t believe it. I did a double take and stood there in stunned silence, trying to process what I was seeing,” he said. “It felt incredible, overwhelming, and surreal.”

Joel’s son was the first person who to know about the big win.

“He said, ‘Wow, Dad!’ and was just as shocked as I was,” said Joel.

His wife was the next to discover the news.

“We’re both thrilled about what the future holds,” smiled Joel.

Joel has not made any major plans with his winnings yet. He wants to let everything settle in before making any decisions.

“One thing I do know is I’d like to upgrade my car. I feel very fortunate and thankful for this opportunity,” he said.

The winning ticket was purchased at Circle K on Clonsilla Avenue in Peterborough.

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Peterborough Teaching Assistant Wins $75,000 On Instant Lucky Lines

After hitting the top prize on Ontario Lottery Gaming’s Instant Lucky Lines, Peterborough’s Tamara K. is $75,000 richer.

Photo courtesy of OLG.

The teaching assistant and mother of one has played several instant-win games, such as Plinko, Cash for Life and Lucky Lines.

The 48-year-old said she was at home when she checked her ticket using the OLG app on her phone.

“At first, I thought it was a mistake,” said Tamara. “I immediately took a screenshot and sent it to my mom. I couldn’t wait for her to reply so I called her right away.”

Tamara asked her mom to take a look at the picture she sent.

“Through tears of joy, I asked, ‘Is this for real?’ My mom was so happy for me. I also shared the news with my dad and daughter, and they were both thrilled.”

Tamara said she was euphoric when she won big.

“It’s an out-of-body experience,” she said. I dreamed I’d come down to the OLG Prize Centre someday to have my picture taken with a big cheque. Now, it’s happening, and I just can’t believe it at all.”

Tamara says she plans to invest for the future, embark on a cruise with her daughter, and take her mom to a travel destination of her choosing.

The winning ticket was purchased at Circle K on Clonsilla Avenue in Peterborough.

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Ennismore Man Wins Over $120,000 From LOTTO MAX

Ennismore’s Harry N. has won a LOTTO MAX second prize worth $120,460.40 from the March 31 draw, announced on Tuesday.

Photo courtesy of OLG.

Harry said he has played the lottery since the 1970s and enjoys LOTTO MAX, LOTTO 6/49, and PICK-4.

The 67-year-old postman was at work when he checked his tickets using and discovered his win.

“I saw the winning amount was $120,000 and couldn’t believe it,” said Harry. “I happened to check my ticket on April Fools’ Day so when I told my daughter, she thought it was a joke.”

Harry said he would like to put his winnings toward some home renovations.

“I also purchased my dream car: a Toyota Tacoma,” he said.

The winning ticket was purchased at Circle K on Ward Street in Bridgenorth.

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OLG Makes Fourth-Quarter Payment of Nearly $600,000 to The City of Peterborough

Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) has made its fourth-quarter payment of $597,293 to the City of Peterborough for hosting Shorelines Casino Peterborough, announced on Friday.

Since 1994, host communities have received more than $2.3 billion in non-tax gaming revenue. File Photo.

The fourth quarter ran from Jan. 1 to March 31. Peterborough has received $17,746,336 since the Shorelines opened in October 2018.

During OLG’s fiscal year of April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026, Peterborough has received $2,651,125.

These payments to host communities are based on a formula consistently applied across all gaming sites in Ontario using a graduated scale of gaming revenue at the hosted site as stated in a press release. 

“OLG shares revenues with host gaming municipalities to help them invest in local priorities, including community services and infrastructure,” said Dave Smith, Peterborough-Kawartha MPP. “These payments generated at Shorelines Casino Peterborough are part of our government’s commitment to support municipalities and to protect what matters most – those critical services families rely on.”

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Trent Lakes Man Becomes Millionaire From LOTTO 6/49 Gold Ball Draw

Jeffrey Groome has become Trent Lakes’s newest millionaire after winning a LOTTO 6/49 prize worth $1 million in the Gold Ball Draw on Dec. 24.

Photo courtesy of OLG.

The 69-year-old said he found out about his big win when he checked his tickets at the gas station.

“I waved my friend over immediately to show him,” said Groome.

With his newfound money, he plans to pay some bills and travel to the Cayman Islands.

“All my life I’ve dreamed of fishing, so I’m finally going to buy a boat too,” said Groome. “This win couldn’t have come at a better time.”

The winning ticket was purchased at Petro-Canada on Highway 35 North in Lindsay.

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OLG Issues Third-Quarter Gaming Revenue Payment to Peterborough of $624,898

The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) has made their third quarter payment totalling $624,898 to the City of Peterborough for hosting Shorelines Casino Peterborough.

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So far during OLG’s fiscal year (April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026), Peterborough has received $2,053,832. Since the gaming site opened in October 2018, Peterborough has amassed $17,149,043.

These payments to host communities are based on a formula in the Municipality Contribution Agreement that is consistently applied across all casino sites in Ontario using a graduated scale of gaming revenue at the hosted site according to a press release.

“Year after year, a share of the revenue from Shorelines Casino Peterborough through OLG’s Municipality Contribution Agreement has been an important source of funding for Peterborough, helping to deliver vital services and helping to enhance the quality of life of local residents,” said Dave Smith, Member of Provincial Parliament for Peterborough-Kawartha. “Communities like ours who host a gaming facility benefit from their share of local casino revenue, while all Ontarians benefit from OLG’s gaming revenues, as 100 per cent of OLG profits are reinvested in communities across the province.”

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City of Peterborough Releases OLG Gaming Revenue Spending

The City of Peterborough has released its funding recipients from revenue by the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation as the host community for Shorelines Casino Peterborough.

Since the gaming site opened in October 2018, the City of Peterborough has received $16,524,145. File Photo.

Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation revenues totaled $2,717,827 for the 2024/2025 fiscal year.

Examples of how the funding was directed to benefit the community in 2025 include:

• $880,900 toward police equipment needs, including replacing vehicles 

• $500,000 for planting trees 

• $500,000 toward the City’s commitment of providing $4 million to the Canadian Canoe Museum’s capital campaign for its new facility 

• $473,000 for Fairhaven long-term care facility’s capital funding 

• $155,000 for improvements to parks 

• $89,100 for public art 

• $75,000 for sport tourism activities 

“Being a casino host community allows us to reinvest OLG revenue in areas where it will enhance the quality of life for residents and help our city grow. Thank you to the provincial government and OLG for being a strong partner through these significant investments in community infrastructure,” said Mayor Jeff Leal.

“OLG is proud to be a vital part of the City of Peterborough,” said Kathleen Devine, OLG’s Senior Municipal Relations Manager. “For the last 50 years, since the organization’s start in 1975, 100 per cent of OLG profits are reinvested in Ontario to support provincial priorities.  From critical infrastructure to important local programs, to community festivals, OLG’s profits are hard at work in the City of Peterborough and all across our province to build stronger communities. We also appreciate the contribution of gaming employees at Shorelines Casino Peterborough who are making life in Peterborough that much better. When you play at an Ontario casino, you play for Ontario.”

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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.

Photo courtesy of OLG.

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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