12-06-2025
Magrath, Alta., man wins $1M in Lotto 6-49
Duane Maldaner of Magrath won $1 million in the May 24 Lotto 6-49 draw. He says he'll use the money to have an easy retirement. (Supplied/WCLC)
A Magrath, Alta., man has won $1 million in a Lotto 6-49 draw last month, says the Western Canada Lottery Corporation (WCLC).
Duane Maldaner won the money on the May 24 draw; a day before his birthday.
'I was just sitting by myself and checked my ticket—I was pleasantly surprised!' he said in a WCLC release.
'The kids were coming over for my birthday BBQ the next day so I knew I could tell them then!'
Maldaner says one of his children said the win spoiled the surprise they'd brought with them.
'My one child said, 'Dad, I bought you a nice gift and you're not even going to enjoy it now!'' he said.
He says the money will be used to help him retire comfortably in just a few years.
Maldaner's winning ticket was purchased at Gonzo's Gas N' Go at 913 Ninth Avenue N. in Lethbridge.
