Playing Instant Bingo has paid off big time for John Harris of Dresden.
The father and grandfather discovered his $100,000 win while playing the scratch game at home.
“I saw the number 32 and thought I may have a big win. I kept scratching and I was so shocked to find out I matched all the numbers,” Harris said in a media release. “I couldn’t sleep that night because I was so excited! The next day was my birthday, so I went to the store to have my ticket checked. It was a great birthday present.”
The retiree told OLG officials when he picked up his cheque in Toronto that he’s been a daily lottery player since the 1980s.
Harris is planning to spend some of his winnings on home renovations and he’s also going to buy the new iPhone.
Plus, he’s going to share his win with his daughter and grandchildren.
“I will have a great time celebrating my daughter’s wedding in Costa Rica,” he said.
The winning ticket was purchased at Rosco’s Mini Mart on North Street in Dresden.
