PSW Turns $20 Ticket into $1.8 Million Win in Thunder Bay 50/50
Published Friday, May 30, 2025
Rolando Duran of Leamington wins $1,829,222 in May Thunder Bay 50/50.
When Rolando Duran of Leamington answered his phone at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, May 30, he had no idea his life was about to change forever. Hospital Foundation CEO Glenn Craig was on the other end, ready to deliver some life-changing news.
“I'm having a good day, but I think you're going to have a better day than I am. You bought a $20 ticket — that $20 ticket has turned into $1,829,222.”
Rolando, a Personal Support Worker who works in nursing homes, was filled with emotion and extreme gratitude upon hearing the life-changing amount. He's been playing the Thunder Bay 50/50 since last year, after first hearing about the lottery through Facebook.
When asked what he's going to do with $1.8 million, Rolando immediately said, “I'm going to buy a house and help my family back home in the Philippines.” A win like that will certainly have a huge impact on their lives.
“The work of Personal Support Workers isn't always celebrated, said Craig. “But it's so important in the health care field. It's incredibly meaningful to see someone like Rolando, who gives so much to others, receive something so significant in return.”
The Thunder Bay 50/50 continues to change lives with every draw. Don't miss your chance to be the next big winner! Over $67 million in prizes has been awarded across Ontario, with this draw now marking its 21st consecutive millionaire.
Watch Rolando get the news!
June Draw Now Open
The June Thunder Bay 50/50 is buzzing with excitement and packed with sweet prizes! Here's what's coming up this month:
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$98,000 in total Early Birds with $65,000 to be WON in the first week!
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One $25,000 Early Bird draw on June 6th.
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A “killer” Friday the 13th Early Bird draw for $13,000
** Tickets must be purchased by 11:59 p.m. ET on Thursday, June 26th, 2025 to be eligible for the Grand Prize draw on Friday, June 27th at 11:00 a.m.
Questions about the draw can be sent to info@thunderbay5050.ca. Ticket purchasers must be present in Ontario to purchase and 18 years of age old or older. The Thunder Bay 50/50 continues each month with the Grand Prize drawn on the last Friday of the month. (2025 Lottery License RAF1413948)