Canadian lottery winner risks missing out on 40 million a year after the draw

Despite multiple calls, the identity of the winner of the Lotto Max Jackpot from October 28, 2025, remains unknown. The jackpot was worth 40 million Canadian dollars. If the prize is not claimed by midnight, it will be allocated to future draws. The ticket was purchased in Grey County, Ontario, a popular tourist area, raising questions about the winner's residency. The lottery has made efforts to locate the winner, but the ticket has not been validated. Previous instances of unclaimed lottery prizes in Canada are rare but have occurred, with 1% of lottery winnings typically going unclaimed, mostly smaller amounts.