A nurse from Quebec is having the kind of week most people only dream about.
Stefanie Pepin, who works in the Capitale-Nationale region, just landed a $5 million jackpot in the Lotto 6/49 Classic draw held on February 18, according to Loto-Québec. And here’s the wild part — she found out through a voicemail.
Yes, a voicemail.
Pepin had bought her ticket online, so when the lottery team left her a message saying she’d won big, she logged into her account to double-check. When she saw the amount on the screen, her first thought was simple:
“The day’s off to a good start!”
The Winning Numbers
For anyone checking tickets, the Classic Draw numbers were:
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05
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06
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16
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17
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33
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44
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Bonus: 29
She matched all six main numbers — that’s what secured the full $5 million prize.
Even with that life-changing amount sitting in her account, Pepin says she’s still processing it. She plans to take some time before making any big decisions. But one thing is certain — her caring nature isn’t going anywhere.
As a nurse, helping others comes naturally to her. And now, with a multimillion-dollar boost, she’s excited to share the joy.
“I’m going to give gifts to my loved ones, that’s for sure!”
While many people would retire instantly with that kind of money, Pepin has no plans to hang up her scrubs. She loves her career and intends to keep working as a nurse.
Meanwhile, there’s even more lottery excitement building. The next draws are bringing serious cash:
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Lotto Max: $70 million plus 10 Maxmillions
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Saturday’s Lotto 6/49 jackpot: Now up to $38 million
And if you played on Tuesday, don’t forget to check your ticket — three Canadians managed to snag the second prize.
Safe to say, it’s been an exciting month for lottery players across the country.
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