Lotto Max: Official Guide, Rules, Odds & How to Play
Canada's premier lottery — jackpots up to $70M with MAXMILLIONS, drawn Tue & Fri
Draws Tue & Fri at 10:30 PM ET (Wed/Sat AEST) — results via Interprovincial Lottery Corporation (ILC) and SmartLotto
Lotto Max is operated by Interprovincial Lottery Corporation (ILC) and uses a format of 7 from 50 main numbers plus a Bonus. First drawn in 2009, it offers 7 prize divisions with jackpot odds of 1 in 33.3M.
Choose Your Main Numbers
Select 7 numbers from 50. Use your favourite numbers, a Quick Pick for random selection, or SmartLotto's Cherry Pick Engine for a statistically informed choice.
Select Your Bonus
Pick your Bonus (Bonus from remaining). This is drawn from a separate pool and determines the highest prize divisions.
Choose Number of Lines
Play one or multiple lines per ticket. More lines mean more chances — each additional line is one more set of numbers for the same draw.
Purchase Your Ticket
Available from authorised retailers, official lottery websites, or via authorised lottery concierge services for international players including Australians.
Watch the Draw — Tue & Fri
Draws take place at 10:30 PM ET (Wed/Sat AEST). Results are published immediately online and via SmartLotto's results checker.
Claim Your Prize
Small prizes can be claimed at retailers. Larger prizes via the official lottery claims process. International players claim through their authorised concierge service.
The Bonus Number is drawn from the remaining balls after the 7 main numbers. It applies to Division 2 only — upgrading a 6-match to a higher prize. It cannot match any of the 7 main numbers.
Lotto Max has 7 prize divisions. Match more numbers to win higher prizes. Overall odds of winning any prize: 1 in 7.7.
| Division | Match | Prize | Odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🏆 Div 1 | Match 7 | Jackpot | 1 in 33,294,800 |
| Div 2 | Match 6 + Bonus | ~$100,000+ | 1 in 4,756,400 |
| Div 3 | Match 6 | ~$3,000 | 1 in 118,910 |
| Div 4 | Match 5 + Bonus | ~$300 | 1 in 52,969 |
| Div 5 | Match 5 | $20 | 1 in 1,324 |
| Div 6 | Match 4 | $20 | 1 in 82.9 |
| Div 7 | Match 3 + Bonus | Free Play | 1 in 82.9 |
📊 Jackpot Scale
- Minimum starting jackpot: $10M
- Typical jackpot: $20-50M
- All-time record: $70M (capped)
- Operated by: Interprovincial Lottery Corporation (ILC)
Three sets of 7 numbers provided per $5 play.
Select 7 numbers from 1-50. Extensive SmartLotto analysis available.
When jackpot exceeds $50M, separate $1M draws are included with every ticket.
Up to 26 consecutive draws across Tuesday and Friday.
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View Latest ResultsLotto Max is operated by the Interprovincial Lottery Corporation. Australian participation is via authorised concierge operators. 18+ only. Please gamble responsibly. Gambling Help Online: 1800 858 858