British Columbia

Springtime Surprise: North Vancouver Lotto 6/49 Ticket Wins $5 Million Jackpot

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1 year ago

March 31, 2023

A Lotto 6/49 ticket holder who purchased a ticket in North Vancouver for last night’s draw is sure to have more spring in their step. The North Vancouver Lotto 6/49 ticket was the only one in Canada that matched all six winning numbers of 9, 10, 12, 17, 30 and 45 to win the $5 million Classic Jackpot. The odds of winning the Classic Jackpot are one in 13,983,816.

All lottery prize winners have 52 weeks from the draw date printed on their ticket to come forward to claim their prize. The specific retail location where the winning lottery ticket was purchased and the lottery winners’ name(s) will be announced after the winner has come forward to claim their prize.

In 2022, BC lottery players redeemed more than $113 million in winnings from Lotto 6/49. Lotto 6/49 is a nationwide lottery game drawn on Wednesdays and Saturdays after 7:30 pm (PST). The Gold Ball Draw is a guaranteed prize draw where players will win either the guaranteed prize of $1 million or the growing Gold Ball Jackpot that starts at $10 million. The Classic Jackpot offers a prize that is always $5 million.

Players can purchase tickets at any lottery retailer or at PlayNow.com. Players can now check their lottery tickets anytime, anywhere on iOS and Android devices.

The British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) offers socially responsible gambling entertainment while generating income to benefit all British Columbians. Remember, play for fun, not to make money. For more information, visit GameSense.com.

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BCLC Marks Multiculturalism Week with Introduction of New Inclusive Holiday Program for Employees

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5 months ago

November 24, 2023

GamingAmericas.com

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In recognition of our diverse workforce, the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) has introduced a new program offering employees the flexibility to substitute up to six BCLC-observed statutory holidays in a calendar year for other days that have personal, cultural or religious significance to them.

This announcement coincides with British Columbia’s multiculturalism week and is BCLC’s latest enhancement to advance diversity, inclusion and belonging within the organization.

“As an employer, we recognize that there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach when it comes to holidays and, as our work with diversity, inclusion and belonging moves forward, so must our approach to our practices,” the Chief People Officer for the BCLC, Sandy Austin, said. “This is another important step to build inclusive, equitable and safe workplaces and communities and we’re encouraging other employers to reach out to us to learn more.”

To further advance diversity, inclusion and belonging, the BCLC, guided by dedicated employee resource groups, is building inclusive policies, processes and structures to promote a safe, equitable and barrier-free environment where employees can thrive.

“This program acknowledges the individual values and beliefs of our employees and celebrates that,” the Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Manager for the BCLC, Madhavee Inamdar, said. “We are incredibly fortunate to have such a diverse workforce and are honouring that diversity and reaffirming our commitment to fostering an inclusive culture at BCLC where all employees feel that they are seen, valued and belong.”

One exception to the substitution options is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. In line with our commitment to lasting and meaningful reconciliation, this day must be observed by all employees on September 30 of each year.

To learn more about how the BCLC is working to advance diversity, inclusion and belonging, visit Corporate.BCLC .com.

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BCLC’s Popular Ruyi Baccarat Coming Soon to North American Casinos

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8 months ago

August 18, 2023

GamingAmericas.com

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BCLC signs exclusive license agreement with Light & Wonder

The British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) is excited to announce an agreement with global gaming leader Light & Wonder Incorporated, which exclusively licenses the BCLC’s intellectual property in its popular and commission-free Ruyi Baccarat game to Light & Wonder so that the game can be played in casinos throughout North America.

“The BCLC is used to bringing vendors’ games to British Columbia, so to be the organization that’s providing a made-in-house table game to a licensee is a nice change and speaks volumes about our quest to be a leader in the casino industry,” the Chief Operating Officer for the BCLC, Dan Beebe, said. “We are always seeking out new ways to be an innovator and challenge the status quo and by partnering with Light & Wonder, a world-class gaming company, we have full confidence that Ruyi Baccarat will grow in popularity across North America.”

The BCLC first launched Ruyi Baccarat at British Columbia casinos in early-2020 and today it continues to grow in popularity among players, available on both tables and electronic gaming devices.

“Ruyi Baccarat combines time-honored cultural traditions from the origins of baccarat with a more traditional non-commission gameplay approach to deliver a truly elevated player experience,” the Global Table Gaming Senior Vice-President for Light & Wonder, Mike McKiski, said. “Partnering with the BCLC and being named the exclusive licensee of Ruyi Baccarat reinforces our commitment to ensuring our customers have access to the best games available for their casino floors.”

Ruyi Baccarat is available in 14 British Columbia casinos with plans to bring the game to the BCLC’s PlayNow.com in the future. Ruyi Baccarat will be available to Light & Wonder’s players beginning September 9, 2023, pending regulatory approvals.

The BCLC is a social purpose company offering lottery, casinos, sports-betting and online gambling and has proudly conducted and managed responsible gambling entertainment that generates income to benefit British Columbians. Since 1985, more than $28 billion in net income has been delivered to the province to support British Columbia communities, provincial programs and services.

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Enhanced Identification Requirements Begin at British Columbia Casinos June 26

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10 months ago

June 23, 2023

GamingAmericas.com

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The British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC) will implement enhanced identification requirements at British Columbia casinos on Monday, June 26, to support people enrolled in its Game Break self-exclusion program.

British Columbia casinos will require every individual to present government-issued photo identification for entry. This identification will be scanned by security staff and automatically checked against the database of individuals restricted from entering gambling facilities, like those enrolled in Game Break.

During this process, the system does not save any personal information for those who are permitted to the casino.

The BCLC announced on May 16, 2023, that enhanced identification requirements at British Columbia casinos were coming this summer. More information including a list of acceptable identification is available at www. CasinoBC.com/ About/ID-Required.

“Since announcing last month that these changes were coming, the BCLC has been working to build awareness with our players about the new entry requirements and why they matter in helping us to support individuals who have asked for our help,” the President and Chief Executive Officer for the BCLC, Pat Davis, said. “We believe that British Columbia is the first jurisdiction in North America to require identification at the casino door, an example of the BCLC’s continued work towards our ambition of having the healthiest players in the world.”

Comprehensive third-party reviews of the BCLC’s self-exclusion program show that participants believe identification checks at gambling facilities are the best way to support their choice as they prevent them from gaining entry. British Columbians also continue to have access to free prevention, treatment and support services through Gambling Support BC.

Players are reminded that even prior to June 26, 2023, identification is required for the processing of jackpot and large prize claims and may be requested to verify age and/or identity.