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Important Dates

Draw Location
All draws will take place in the Foundation office at C1026-409 Tache Ave, Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6.

Grand Prize
Deadline: Midnight Thursday, March 16, 2023
Draw: Thursday, March 23, 2023, 11:30 a.m.

Loyalty Bonus
Deadline: Midnight Thursday, January 26, 2023
Draw: Wednesday, February 8, 2023, at 10:00 a.m.

Main Draws
Final Sales: Midnight Thursday, March 16, 2023
Draws: Thursday, March 23, 2023, starting at 10:30 a.m.

Ultimate Bonus
Deadline: Midnight Thursday, February 9, 2023
Draw: Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at 10:00 a.m.

50/50 PLUS®
Deadline: Midnight Thursday, March 16, 2023
Draw: Thursday, March 23, 2023, at 11:00 a.m.

Early Bird
Deadline: Midnight Thursday, March 2, 2023
Draws Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at 10:00 a.m.

Big Score PLUS™
Deadline: Midnight Thursday, March 16, 2023
Draws: Thursday, March 23, 2023, at 2:00 p.m.
In the Event of a Sell Out before Midnight on Thursday, March 2, 2023, the Following Dates Will Apply:
Main Draws:
Wednesday, March 15, 2023, starts at 10:30 a.m.
Grand Prize:
Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at 11:30 a.m.
50/50 PLUS®
Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at 11:00 a.m.
Big Score PLUS™
Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at 2:00 p.m.

Rules of Play
Raffle Rules
2023 Mega Million Choices Lottery Main Ticket and Draw Information:
- The 2023 Mega Million Choices Lottery main ticket prices are a Single ticket is $100, 2-Pack price is $175, 4-Pack price is $300 and 8-Pack price is $500. Only 65,000 tickets will be sold.
- Total retail value of prizes is $2,251,251.96 (excluding taxes) for the Main Lottery.
- All persons participating in the 2023 Mega Million Choices Lottery must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
- The Loyalty Bonus cutoff date for main ticket sales will be Thursday, January 26, 2023, at midnight. The Loyalty Bonus draw will be held on Wednesday, February 8, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at the St. Boniface Hospital Foundation office, C1026-409 Taché Ave., Winnipeg, MB.
- The Ultimate Bonus cutoff date for main ticket sales will be Thursday, February 9, 2023, at midnight. The Ultimate Bonus draw will be held on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at the St. Boniface Hospital Foundation office, C1026-409 Taché Ave., Winnipeg, MB.
- The Early Bird cutoff date for main ticket sales will be Thursday, March 2, 2023, at midnight. The Early Bird draws will be held on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at the St. Boniface Hospital Foundation office, C1026-409 Taché Ave., Winnipeg, MB.
- The Final main ticket sales cutoff for all remaining prizes will be Thursday, March 16, 2023, at midnight. All remaining main prize draws will begin on Thursday, March 23, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. and continue until completed. These draws will be in the order of ascending retail value. All draws will take place at St. Boniface Hospital Foundation at C1026-409 Taché Ave., Winnipeg, MB.
- The Grand Prize cutoff date for ticket sales will be Thursday, March 16, 2023, at midnight. The Grand Prize draw will be held on Thursday, March 23, 2023, between 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the St. Boniface Hospital Foundation at C1026-409 Taché Ave., Winnipeg, MB.
- In the event the 2023 Mega Million Choices Lottery sells out prior to midnight, Thursday, March 2, 2023, the following alternative draw dates will be used except for the Loyalty Bonus, the Ultimate Bonus draw and the Early Bird draws as noted above. All remaining main prize draws excluding the Grand Prize draw will take place on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. and continue until completed. These draws will be in the order of ascending retail value. The Grand Prize draw will take place on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, between 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. All draws will take place at St. Boniface Hospital Foundation at C1026-409 Taché Ave., Winnipeg, MB.
Grand Prize Rules
- The Grand Prize winner will have 7 business days after the Grand Prize draw has been made on Thursday March 23, 2023 to make their selection of their choice options. In the event that the winner cannot be reached or does not indicate their selection to the St. Boniface Hospital Foundation prior to 12:00 p.m. on Monday April 3, 2023, the cash option will be awarded. In the event the 2023 Mega Million Choices Lottery sells out prior to midnight, Thursday March 2, 2023, the Grand Prize winner will have 7 business days after the Grand Prize draw has been made on Wednesday March 15, 2023 to make their selection of their choice options. In the event that the winner cannot be reached or does not indicate their selection to the St. Boniface Hospital Foundation prior to 12:00 p.m. on Friday March 24, 2023, the cash option will be awarded. The winner will be contacted using the telephone number and email address provided on their order form.
- Title transfer for Grand Prize Option 1 the Hearth home located at 276 Yellow Moon Crescent in Winnipeg, MB would be on November 17, 2023; for Grand Prize Option 2 the Signature home located at 357 Ken Oblik Drive in Winnipeg, MB would be on August 18, 2023; for Grand Prize Option 3 the KDR home located at 89 Goodman Drive in Winnipeg, MB would be on June 15, 2023; for Grand Prize Option 4 the Gino’s home located at 90 Taylor Farm Rd in Headingley, MB would be on November 17, 2023; and for Grand Prize Option 5 the to be built Condominium Unit at 1000 Silver Spray Drive in Sooke, BC would be on November 30, 2024.
- Due to housing market fluctuations, the market value of the real estate prizes may rise or diminish over time. Winner or Foundation is not entitled to the difference, if any, between the stated and actual market value at the time the prize is awarded.
50/50 PLUS™ Draw Info
- 50/50 PLUS™ tickets prices are a 2-Pack for $20, 10-Pack for $40, 30-Pack for $60 and 60-Pack for $80 will be sold to generate a maximum of $2,500,000 in gross revenue. Winner will receive 50% of gross revenue to a maximum of $1,250,000. The 50/50 PLUS™ Minimum prize guarantee is $150,000.
- 50/50 PLUS™ tickets can only be purchased if a 2023 Mega Million Choices Lottery main ticket has been purchased.
- The 50/50 PLUS™ ticket sales cut off is midnight, Thursday March 16, 2023 or earlier if Main tickets are sold out. The 50/50 PLUS™ draw will take place Thursday March 23, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at the St. Boniface Hospital Foundation at C1026-409 Taché Ave., Winnipeg, MB.
- In the event that the 2023 Mega Million Choices Lottery Main tickets sell out before midnight, Thursday March 2, 2023, the draw for the 50/50 PLUS™ Draw will take place on Wednesday March 15, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at the St. Boniface Hospital Room C1026 409 Taché Ave., Winnipeg, MB.
Big Score Plus™
- Big Score Plus™ ticket prices are a 2-Pack for $20, 5-Pack for $40,15-Pack for $60 and 40-Pack for $80. A maximum of 438,000 tickets will be sold. Tickets purchased will be eligible for all 120 draws in the Big Score Plus™.
- Total retail value of the Big Score Plus™ prizes is $166,000 (excluding taxes).
- The Big Score Plus™ tickets can only be purchased if a 2023 Mega Million Choices Lottery main ticket has been purchased.
- The Big Score Plus™ ticket sales cut off is midnight, Thursday March 16, 2023 or earlier if the Main lottery tickets sell out. All Big Score Plus™ draws will take place on Thursday March 23, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at the St. Boniface Hospital Foundation at C1026-409 Taché Ave., Winnipeg, MB. There will be a total of 116 regular prizes awarded plus 4 Big Score Final Draws. Winners’ names will be posted on the 2023 Mega Million Choices Lottery website www.stbmegamillionchoices.ca.
- In the event that the 2023 Mega Million Choices Lottery Main tickets sell out before midnight, Thursday March 2, 2023, all draws for the Big Score Plus™ will take place on Wednesday March 15, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at the St. Boniface Hospital Room C1026 409 Taché Ave., Winnipeg, MB.
- There are 116 Big Score Regular Winners of $1,000 Cash each.
- There are 4 Big Score Final Plus Winners of $12,500 Cash each.
Other Rules:
- The 50/50 PLUS™ and Big Score PLUS™ tickets are available for purchase by any main ticket purchaser throughout the program. The addition of 50/50 PLUS™ and/or Big Score PLUS™ tickets will only be accepted online at purchase.stbmegamillionchoices.ca/top-up or by phone at 1-855-256-7203 after the initial purchase and must be purchased by the ticket deadline. All purchasers will require their initial order number and postal code to add additional 50/50 PLUS™ and Big Score PLUS™ ticket(s) to their original order. Additional purchases will be in the name of the original ticket purchaser and will be mailed to the address on the original purchase.
- All draws except for the Grand Prize draw, will be made using Random Number Generator software (RNG). The Grand Prize draw will be made by hand using a draw drum and numbered tokens corresponding to each ticketholder in the database.
- Each ticket purchase is issued in only one person’s name and prizes will be issued only to the name of the person on the ticket. The person whose name is on the ticket is responsible for distributing any prizes in the event of a group purchase winning. All ticket packs are considered a single purchase and all tickets are issued in one person’s name.
- Each winner, as a condition of accepting any prize, may be required to sign a declaration and release confirming such winner’s eligibility to participate in the 2023 Mega Million Choices Lottery and releasing the Foundation from all claims, which may arise from or in connection with the awarding, receipt, use and/or misuse of any prize awarded.
- Tickets can only be purchased within the Province of MB. All non-residents must purchase tickets in-person at one of the ticket sale locations.
- Once the 2023 Mega Million Choices Lottery tickets are purchased they are non-transferable and non-refundable once the draw commences.
- Ticket requests will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
- All payments must be made in Canadian dollars.
- A ticket is not considered purchased until a verified financial transaction is complete. Ticket requests with cheques returned for insufficient funds (NSF) will be automatically voided. The Foundation has the right to charge persons $30 to cover NSF administrative costs.
- A complete list of all winners will be published online at www.stbmegamillionchoices.ca within 48 hours after the final Grand Prize draw has been completed. A complete listing of all prize winners will be published in the Winnipeg Free Press on Tuesday April 11, 2023. If the lottery should sellout before midnight, Thursday March 2, 2023, a complete listing of all prize winners will be published in the Winnipeg Free Press on Tuesday April 4, 2023. Upon request to the Foundation office a listing of winners will be provided.
- All prizes are tax-free. The 2023 Mega Million Choices Lottery ticket purchases are not tax deductible and no charitable donations receipts will be issued, as per Canada Revenue Agency regulations.
- If the Grand Prize winner chooses one of the homes as the Grand Prize option, the Land Transfer Tax and the costs of transferring the home to the winner would be borne by the Foundation.
- The Foundation reserves the right to use winners’ names and photos in communication, promotional and media materials.
- Members of the Board of Directors and employees of the St. Boniface Hospital Foundation, employees’ household members, and members of licensed gaming suppliers providing services to this lottery are prohibited from purchasing tickets in the 2023 Mega Million Choices Lottery.
- The winner of the Loyalty Bonus Draw # 1 will have up to 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday February 22, 2023 to make their selection of their choice options. If notification has not been given to the Foundation by then a cheque will be mailed out to the winner for the cash option value.
- The winner of the Ultimate Bonus Draw # 2 will have up to 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday March 8, 2023 to make their selection of their choice options. If notification has not been given to the Foundation by then a cheque will be mailed out to the winners for the cash option value.
- The winner of the Early Bird Draw # 3 will have 7 business days after the Early Bird draw has been made on Wednesday March 15, 2023 to make their selection of their choice options. If notification has not been given to the Foundation by then a cheque will be mailed out to the winner for the cash option value. Title transfer of the Condo located at 233-1505 Molson Street in Winnipeg, MB on or before March 31, 2024 should that choice be taken.
- The winners of draws 2729 to 2734 will have up to 12:00 p.m. on Monday April 3, 2023 to make their selection of their choice options. If notification has not been given to the Foundation by then a cheque will be mailed out to the winners for the cash option value.
- Winners of the Gift Card or Cash option prizes Draws 29-2728 will have up to 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday May 23, 2023 to make their selection. If notification has not been given to the Foundation by then a cheque will be mailed out to the winners for the cash option value.
- Destination Travel Vouchers from CWL are for travel from Winnipeg Richardson International Airport. If possible, all travel must be completed by April 30, 2024. In the event travel is not possible, the cash option value will be provided to the winner. It is the responsibility of the winner to purchase travel insurance. Additional costs over the prize value are the responsibility of the winner.
- All unclaimed prizes become property of the Foundation 90 days after the draw has been performed unless otherwise specified in these rules. We will notify winners by mail and/or by email followed by one telephone call.
- It is the responsibility of the purchaser to ensure the email and postal address(s) on their ticket is correct.
- Each ticket is eligible to win one prize in each prize category. A Prize category is defined as each group of identical prizes on the official list of prizes. After each prize category draw is completed, all tickets go back in the draw for the next prize category draws.
- All prizes must be accepted as awarded. Some restrictions may apply.
- Prizes awarded may not be exactly as illustrated in any advertising.
- All winners will be contacted using the information provided on the ticket at the time of purchase.
- The Foundation’s ticket sellers reserve the right to refuse purchasers if their safety feels compromised.
- All ticket holders have the right to witness the draws. In the event we are unable to allow the draws to be open to the public due to public health restrictions, the draws will be video recorded and available to all ticket holders for viewing on our website at www.stbmegamillionchoices.ca. In the event we are forced to move our regular location of the draws, a notice will be provided on our website prior to the applicable draw(s).
- All main prize draws will be drawn in order of ascending retail value.
- Winners are required to present photo identification in order to claim their prizes valued in excess of $30,000.
- Unless otherwise stated in these raffle rules, winners will have 14 days from the date notifying them of their prize options to make their selection.
- The liability of the St. Boniface Hospital Foundation is limited to the ticket pack price paid in the event that a ticket pack is purchased but not processed or entered into the draw.
FAQs
General
What is the Mega Million Choices Lottery?
Manitoba’s 2023 Mega Million Choices Lottery is designed to raise funds in support of the St. Boniface Hospital and Albrechtsen Research Centre initiatives, health research and patient care.
Tickets
How many tickets are being sold?
- Only 65,000 Main lottery tickets will be offered for sale.
- The number of 50/50 PLUS™ tickets that can be sold is unlimited because there is no limit to the number a customer can purchase. The 50/50 PLUS™ ticket total will be determined by the number sold by the lottery’s final cut-off date or early sell-out date.
- There will be 438,000 Big Score PLUS™ tickets will be offered for sale.
How much are tickets?
- 2023 Mega Million Choices Lottery Main ticket prices are:
- Single for $100
- 2 tickets for $175
- 4 tickets for $300
- 8 tickets for $500
50/50 PLUS™ ticket packages are:
- 2 tickets for $20
- 10 tickets for $40
- 30 tickets for $60
- 60 tickets for $80
Big Score PLUS™ ticket packages are:
- 2 tickets for $20
- 5 tickets for $40
- 15 tickets for $60
- 40 tickets for $80
Can I buy a 50/50 PLUS™ or Big Score PLUS™ ticket by itself?
No, you must buy one of the 2023 Mega Million Choices Main ticket packages to be eligible to purchase a 50/50 PLUS™ or Big Score PLUS™ ticket.
Can I buy a 50/50 PLUS™ or Big Score PLUS™ ticket after I place my original order?
Yes, 50/50 PLUS™ and Big Score PLUS™ tickets are available for purchase by any main ticket purchaser throughout the program. The add-on 50/50 PLUS™ and Big Score PLUS™ tickets will only be accepted online at purchases.stbmegamillionchoices.ca/top-up or by phone at 1-855-256-7203 after the initial purchase and must be purchased by the ticket deadline. All add-on purchasers will require their initial order number and postal code to add-on to their order. Purchases will be in the name of the original ticket purchaser and will be mailed to the address on the original main ticket purchase.
What is the minimum/maximum payout for the 50/50 PLUS™ Draw?
The 50/50 PLUS™ can generate a maximum of $2,500,000 in gross revenue, the winner will receive 50% of gross revenue to a maximum of $1,250,000. The 50/50 PLUS™ minimum prize guarantee is $150,000.
What is the Big Score PLUS™?
- Big Score PLUS™ ticket prices are a 2-Pack for $20, 5-Pack for $40,15-Pack for $60 and 40-Pack for $80. A maximum of 438,000 tickets will be sold. Tickets purchased will be eligible for all 120 draws in the Big Score PLUS™.
- Total retail value of the Big Score PLUS™ prizes is $166,000 (excluding taxes).
- The Big Score PLUS™ tickets can only be purchased if a 2023 Mega Million Choices Lottery main ticket has been purchased.
- The Big Score PLUS™ ticket sales cut off is midnight, Thursday March 16, 2023 or earlier if the Main lottery tickets sell out. All Big Score PLUS™ draws will take place on Thursday March 23, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at the St. Boniface Hospital Foundation at C1026-409 Taché Ave., Winnipeg, MB. There will be a total of 116 regular prizes awarded plus 4 Big Score Final Draws. Winners’ names will be posted on the 2023 Mega Million Choices Lottery website www.stbmegamillionchoices.ca.
- In the event that the 2023 Mega Million Choices Lottery Main tickets sell out before midnight, Thursday March 2, 2023, all draws for the Big Score PLUS™ will take place on Wednesday March 15, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at the St. Boniface Hospital Room C1026 409 Taché Ave., Winnipeg, MB.
- There are 116 Big Score PLUS™ Regular Winners of $1,000 Cash each.
- There are 4 Big Score PLUS™ Final Winners of $12,500 Cash each.
Where can I buy tickets?
Order online at www.stbmegamillionchoices.ca
By phone within Manitoba 204-256-7203 or toll-free at 1-855-256-7203
By either fax to (204) 231-0041
Lottery Mailing Address:
St. Boniface Hospital Foundation
PO Box 73 STN Norwood Grove
208 Provencher Blvd
Winnipeg, MB
R2H 3B8
At the St. Boniface Hospital Foundation – Hours of operation are Mon to Fri 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
In the St. Boniface Hospital Everett Atrium – In person sales are not currently available due to COVID-19 restrictions.
At London Drugs in the St. Vital Mall – Please check individual store location for hours of operation and current COVID-19 restrictions.
Mon to Sat 9:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. Sun-12:00-6:00 p.m.
Red River Co-op Stores (6 locations) – Please check individual store locations for hours of operation and current COVID-19 restrictions.
Grant Park Co-op Food Store, 1120 Grant Ave, Winnipeg, MB
Main Street Co-op Pharmacy, 1441 Main St., Winnipeg, MB Call for hours: 204-586-0007
Southdale Co-op Food Store, 77 Vermillion Rd., Winnipeg, MB
St. Vital Co-op Food Store, 850 Dakota St., Winnipeg, MB
St. Norbert Co-op Food Store, 3477 Pembina Hwy – Winnipeg, MB
Seasons of Tuxedo Co-op Food Store, 755 Sterling Lyon PKY – Winnipeg, MB
Shoppers Drug Mart Stores (Winnipeg Locations) -Please check individual store locations for hours of operation and current COVID-19 restrictions.
1050 Leila Ave Unit 102 (Garden City) | 100-235 Vermillion Rd |
2656 Pembina Hwy (Pembina & Dalhousie) | 1128 Henderson Hwy Unit 50 (Kildonan Village) |
1155 Main St Unit C (Redwood & Main) | 795 Keewatin St (Burrows & Keewatin) |
3665 Portage Ave W (Unicity) | 917 Portage Ave (Portage & Banning) |
43 Osborne St (Roslyn & Osborne) | 2533 Portage Ave (St. James Shop Ctr) |
2211 Pembina Hwy (Pembina Village) | 1017 McPhillips St (Mountain & McPhillips) |
785 Dakota St Unit 1 (St. Vital Square) | 777 Sherbrook St (Sherbrook & Notre Dame) |
32-1555 Regent Ave W (Kildonan Place) | 710 St. Anne’s Rd (Southglen Shop Ctr) |
360 Main St Unit 2 (Winnipeg Square) | 6670 Roblin Blvd Unit 14 (Roblin & Dale) |
2025 Corydon Ave (Tuxedo Park Shop Ctr) | 1122 Pembina Hwy (Pembina & Point) |
43 Marion St (Dominion Centre) | 100-1155 Concordia Ave (Molson & Concordia) |
1120 Grant Ave Unit 6000 (Grant Park) | 50 Sage Creek Blvd (Sage Creek) |
L178-1485 Portage Ave (Polo Park) | 2512 Main St (Main & Red River) |
125-393 Portage Ave (Portage Place) | 1750 Plessis Rd Unit 201 (Kildonan Green) |
1A-3900 Grant Ave (Charleswood Centre) | 2160 McGillivray Blvd (Kenaston & McGillivray) |
520-350 North Town Rd (Bridgwater) |
Shoppers Drug Mart Stores (Rural Locations) Please check individual store locations for hours of operation and current COVID-19 restrictions.
230 Main St.-Selkirk, MB
124 E Saskatchewan Ave, Portage la Prairie, MB
What Methods of Payment do you accept?
- Visa, Visa Debit, MasterCard, American Express and MasterCard Debit are accepted at all ticket selling venues.
- Mail in orders can be processed with Visa, Visa Debit, MasterCard, MasterCard Debit, American Express, Cheque or Money Order.
- In person purchases can paid for with Cash, Debit, Visa, Visa Debit, MasterCard, MasterCard Debit, American Express, Cheque or Money Order.
- All cheques must be payable to the St. Boniface Hospital Foundation.
What happens if a bad payment is received (i.e. NSF cheque, invalid credit card)?
- A ticket is not considered purchased until a verified financial transaction is complete.
- Ticket requests with cheques returned for insufficient funds (NSF) will be automatically voided.
- The St. Boniface Hospital Foundation has the right to charge persons $30 to cover NSF administrative costs.
When will my ticket(s) arrive in the mail?
- Customers will have the choice to receive their tickets via email or mail.
- Customers who select regular mail, the official ticket will be mailed to the address provided when ordering. Please allow 3-4 weeks for your ticket(s) to arrive.
- Customers who select eTicket when ordering online or by phone will receive an email to the email address provided within 5 business days.
- Customers who select eTicket when ordering in person or by mail will receive their eTicket within 10 business days.
How old do I have be to buy a ticket?
You must be 18 years of age or older at time of purchase.
Can tickets be purchased in the name of my minor aged children or grandchildren?
No, tickets cannot be purchased in the name of a minor.
Can non-Manitoba residents buy tickets?
Yes, if you are a non-resident visiting our province you can buy a ticket in person at one of our designated outlets. All sales must take place within Manitoba.
Is my ticket purchase tax deductible?
No, hospital lottery tickets are not tax deductible.
Can I choose a specific ticket number?
No, ticket numbers are consecutive and computer-generated.
How many names can I put on my ticket?
One name only. Tickets are issued in the buyer’s name only and prizes will only be awarded to the buyer. It is the responsibility of the ticket buyer to ensure the mailing address on their ticket order form is correct. The buyer is responsible for distributing any prizes in the event of a group purchase winning.
What happens if I lose my ticket(s)?
You do not need your ticket(s) to claim your prize. Your name, address and phone number is recorded in the database along with your ticket(s) number. All winners receive a prize notification letter in the mail.
I have not received my ticket, am I still eligible for the draws?
The official lottery ticket is a receipt of purchase but participants do not need their ticket in hand to be included in the draw(s). If you have not received your ticket there may be an error in your email or mailing address. To request a reprint of your ticket, please call (204) 235-3190 or email info@stbmegamillionchoices.ca
Important Cut-Off And Draw Date Info
When are the Loyalty Bonus, Ultimate Bonus, Early Bird, Grand Prize, 50/50 PLUS™ and Big Score PLUS™ Cut-Off & Draw Dates?
- The Loyalty Bonus Sales Deadline: Midnight Thursday January 26, 2023
Draw: Wednesday February 8, 2023, at 10:00 a.m.
The Ultimate Bonus
Sales Deadline: Midnight Thursday February 9, 2023
Draw: Wednesday February 22, 2023, 10:00 a.m.
The Early Bird
Sales Deadline: Midnight Thursday March 2, 2023
Draw Wednesday March 15, 2023, 10:00 a.m.
Main Draws
Final Sales: Midnight Thursday March 16, 2023
Draws: Thursday March 23, 2023, start at 10:30 a.m.
Grand Prize
Sales Deadline: Midnight Thursday March 16, 2023, 2023
Draw: Thursday March 23, 2023, 11:30 a.m.
50/50 PLUS™
Sales Deadline: Midnight Thursday March 16, 2023.
Draw: Thursday March 23, 2023, at 11:00 a.m.
The Big Score PLUS™ Deadline: Sales Deadline: Midnight Thursday March 16, 2023
Draws: Thursday March 23, 2023, 2:00 p.m.
All Draws will take place in the Foundation office at C1026-409 Taché Ave, Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6.
What if the 2023 Mega Million Choices Lottery sells out early? Will that change the draw dates?
Yes. If the 2023 Mega Million Choices Lottery sells out prior to Midnight, Thursday, March 2, 2023, the following alternative draw dates will apply:
The Loyalty Bonus, Ultimate Bonus and Early Bird draw dates will remain the same
Main Draws: Wednesday March 15, 2023, 10:30 a.m.
Grand Prize Draw: Wednesday March 15, 2023,11:30 a.m.
50/50 PLUS™ Draw: Wednesday March 15, 2023, at 11:00 a.m.
Big Score PLUS™ Draws: Wednesday March 15, 2023, at 2:00 p.m.,
All Draws will take place in the Foundation office at C1026-409 Taché Ave, Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6.
Can my ticket numbers win more than one prize?
Yes! Each ticket is eligible to win one prize in each prize category. After each prize category draw is completed, all the winners are recorded and their tickets go back in the drum for the next prize category draw.
Does the Mega Million Choices Lottery offer Cash equivalents on all its prizes?
Yes, there will be Cash options for all prize draws. See our rules and regulations for more information.
Can I see all the homes that are in the Lottery?
Please check the website for show home availability and hours.
How is the draw controlled?
Draws are conducted in accordance with the Liquor, Gaming and Cannabis Authority of Manitoba.
How do I claim my prize?
- All prize winners will be notified by mail as to what they have won and where/how to claim their prize(s).
- Cash prizes will be mailed in cheque format to the mailing address on the winner’s ticket.
- All winners will be required to present their prize notification letter along with a piece of Government issued picture identification when picking up prizes.
- A complete list of all winners will be published online at www.stbmegamillionchoices.ca within 48 hours after the final Grand Prize draw has been completed. A complete listing of all prize winners will be published in the Winnipeg Free Press on Tuesday April 11, 2023. If the lottery should sellout before midnight, Thursday March 2, 2023, a complete listing of all prize winners will be published in the Winnipeg Free Press on Tuesday April 4, 2023. Upon request to the Foundation office a listing of winners will be provided.
How long do I have to claim my prize?
- The winner of the Loyalty Bonus Draw # 1 will have up to 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday February 22, 2023, to make their selection of their choice options. If notification has not been given to the Foundation by then a cheque will be mailed out to the winner for the cash option value.
- The winner of the Ultimate Bonus Draw # 2 will have up to 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday March 8, 2023, to make their selection of their choice options. If notification has not been given to the Foundation by then a cheque will be mailed out to the winners for the cash option value.
- The winner of the Early Bird Draw # 3 will have up to 12:00 p.m. on Monday March 27, 2023, to make their selection of their choice options. If notification has not been given to the Foundation by then a cheque will be mailed out to the winner for the cash option value. Title transfer of the Streetside Condo located at 233-1505 Molson Street in Winnipeg, MB on or before March 31, 2024, should that choice be taken.
- The winners of draws 2729 to 2734 will have up to 12:00 p.m. on Monday April 3, 2023, to make their selection of their choice options. If notification has not been given to the Foundation by then a cheque will be mailed out to the winners for the cash option value.
- Winners of the Gift Card or Cash option prizes Draws 29-2728 will have up to 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday May 23, 2023, to make their selection. If notification has not been given to the Foundation by then a cheque will be mailed out to the winners for the cash option value.
- All unclaimed prizes become property of the Foundation after a period of three months.
- Lottery Customer Relations will follow-up with one phone call or email after the initial prize notification letter has been sent out to try and contact those who have not claimed their prizes after 2 months.
- Winning ticket holders can request to donate their prize to the Foundation in exchange for a tax receipt equal to advertised retail value of the prize.
What happens if I can’t pick up my prize in person?
- Cash prizes will be mailed in cheque format. It is the responsibility of the purchaser to ensure the mailing address on their ticket is correct.
- If requested, prizes will be mailed out to out of town residents.
- If someone other than the winner is claiming a non-Cash prize on the winner’s behalf, the winner must provide written and signed authorization along with the original prize-winning letter and a copy of his/her picture identification.
- Further details on how to claim your prizes will be included in the notification letter winners receive.
Do I have to pay tax on my prize winnings?
Lottery winnings are considered a windfall and not taxable in Canada.
Who is not allowed to buy a ticket?
Members of the Board of Directors and employees of the St. Boniface Hospital Foundation, employees’ household members, and members of licensed gaming suppliers providing services to this program are prohibited from purchasing tickets in the 2023 Mega Million Choices Lottery.
What is done with the 2023 Mega Million Choices Lottery proceeds?
Proceeds from the 2023 Mega Million Choices Lottery are used by the St. Boniface Hospital to provide quality health care and facilitate world-class health research and patient care at the St. Boniface Hospital and Albrechtsen Research Centre.
Why are you giving away millions of dollars in prizes in a lottery?
The 2023 Mega Million Choices Lottery provides the St. Boniface Hospital Foundation with a much-needed revenue stream that allows us to fund patient care programs and research activities. The lottery is self-supporting. Ticket sales generate enough revenue to not only cover the entire cost of running the lottery (i.e. prizes, etc.,) but they also provide additional revenues that are then directed to meet the needs the needs of the St. Boniface Hospital.
What is your privacy policy?
The 2022 Mega Million Choices Lottery provides the St. Boniface Hospital Foundation with a much-needed revenue stream that allows us to fund patient care programs and research activities. The lottery is self-supporting. Ticket sales generate enough revenue to not only cover the entire cost of running the lottery (i.e. prizes, etc.,) but they also provide additional revenues that are then directed to meet the needs the needs of the St. Boniface Hospital.
If I am on your mailing list what can I expect to receive?
Mailings would include the following:
- Newsletters
- Invitations to special events & lectures
- Information on future lotteries
If I wish to be taken off your mailing list who do I contact?
Simply contact info@stbmegamillionchoices.ca or call 1-855-256-7203 and request to be taken off the mailing list.
If I have any further questions about the Mega Million Choices Lottery, who do I contact?
Visit our website at www.stbmegamillionchoices.ca for more information or email info@stbmegamillionchoices.ca or call our call centre at 1-855-256-7203.

Early Bird Winner
A beautiful Bloom & Timber condo by Irwin Homes (valued at $249,900) or a 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 4MATIC Sedan (valued at $151,020) plus a 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 4MATIC SUV (valued at $80,300) or a 2023 Jayco Melbourne Prestige (valued at $240,468) plus $5,000 Cash or $215,000 Cash
Ticket #:4064596
Name: Richard W Marshall
City: Anola, MB

Loyalty Bonus Winner
2023 Nissan Leaf SV FWS (valued at $39,798) or a 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV (valued at $38,548) or a CWT Harvey’s Travel $30,000 Travel Voucher plus $8,000 Cash or $32,000 Cash
Ticket #: 4024741
Name: Belinda Van Oeveren
City: Winnipeg, MB

Ultimate Bonus Winner
2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 4MATIC SUV (valued at 55,165) or a 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 4MATIC SUV (valued at $55,590) or $47,000 Cash
Ticket #: 4062927
Name: Brenda Poseluzney
City: Oakbank, MB

2022 Winners
Take a look at our winners from last year.