TORONTO – Steffon Belfon of Guelph can realize his dreams after winning a $1 million Maxmillions prize in the July 31 Lotto Max draw.
“This is my first big win,” Steffon said while at the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto to pick up his cheque.
The 40-year-old checked his ticket while at the store.
“I was very calm – I wanted to keep it to myself,” he said. “This is an unexplainable feeling.”
Steffon said he is going to enjoy his win by relaxing and being worry-free.
“I’ll make sure to think over any big purchases,” he said. “This is a life changing experience.”
OLG is now accepting in-person prize claims by-appointment only for customers with prizes of $1,000 or more who wish to claim at the OLG Prize Centre.
To best protect customers and staff, OLG has put in place appropriate health and safety protocols in accordance with guidelines from public health officials, which include physical distancing, mandatory use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and the pre-screening of visitors before granting entry.
Players should contact the OLG Support Centre at 1-800-387-0098 to discuss available prize claim options or to schedule an appointment.
The winning ticket was purchased at Bradford #1 Smoke and Variety on Holland Street in Bradford.
