Local retirees win $1M in Lotto/69 draw

Three men from the area won a Lotto 6/49 prize worth $1 million in the Gold Ball Draw on July 16, 2025.

They are Clarence Kennedy of Angus and two residents from Barrie, Kenneth Maw and Kurt Lawler.

The retirees used to work together and enjoy playing Lotto 6/49 and Lotto Max as a group, according to OLG.

It was Clarence’s turn to purchase the ticket, and he happened to have another ticket that had to be checked.

“When I saw the screen say big winner, it was like a dream. I couldn’t believe it,” he shared while at the OLG Prize Centre in Toronto to pick up their windfall.

“He called me to share the news, and it took a while to believe it,” Kenneth said.

“I said, ‘Are you kidding me?’” Kurt added.

The group members all had similar reactions to their big win – they were shaking in disbelief.

Clarence, Kenneth and Kurt all shared the news about the win with their wives, who were also very shocked and overwhelmed, but very happy.

With his share of the winnings, Clarence plans to invest, treat himself to a new Mustang, and help out his grandchildren. Kenneth plans to go to Ireland to relax and help his grandchildren. Kurt plans to help out his children and grandchildren.

The winning ticket was purchased at CNIB on Bayfield Street in Barrie.