Hamilton mother inches closer to millionaire after top prize in Lightning Lotto game

Published April 8, 2021 at 7:09 pm

A mother of three from Hamilton won the top prize in OLG’s Lightning Lotto game.

Sonia Wilson won $973,540.80 by matching all five numbers on one line.

The top prize starts at $125,000 and grows with ticket sales.

The 53-year-old said she shared the good news with those close to her.

“My close friends and family were very happy for me,” she smiled.

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Sonia hasn’t made any plans for her windfall yet.

With Lightning Lotto, each $2 Quick Pick consists of three lines of five numbers from 1 to 49.

The winning ticket was purchased at Always Convenience on Main Street in Hamilton.