FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• HOW MANY TICKETS ARE BEING SOLD?
• 123,000 tickets are available for sale and 6,000 tickets won as prizes.
• HOW MUCH ARE TICKETS?
• Tickets are 3 for $100, 9 for just $250, or a single ticket for just $50.
• WHAT ARE THE GUIDELINES FOR PURCHASING TICKETS?
• The following are the guidelines for purchasing tickets:
  • • One method of payment
  • • Only one envelope will be mailed containing tickets to an Ontario address
  • • All 3 or 9 packs must contain the same purchaser’s information with up to a maximum of three names and will
      be mailed to the primary ticket holder (the first name that appears on the ticket)
  • • Post-dated cheques will not be accepted
  • • Cheques in excess of $500 must be certified
• WHAT HAPPENS IF A BAD PAYMENT IS RECEIVED?
• If your cheque is returned to us by the bank you will be contacted by LHSF and given an opportunity to provide replacement payment within two business days. Any tickets issued will be considered invalid until replacement payment is received.
• WHAT ARE THE ODDS OF WINNING?
• The odds of winning depend on the number of tickets sold. All inquiries, if any, on the odds of winning, are to be made to the licensee prior to the purchase of ticket(s).
• HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO RECEIVE MY TICKET?
• You should receive your ticket in approximately 2 - 3 weeks after the order is placed.
• IS MY TICKET PURCHASE TAX DEDUCTIBLE?
• No, lottery tickets are not tax deductible.
• CAN I REQUEST A SPECIFIC TICKET NUMBER?
• No. Ticket numbers are consecutive and computer-generated.
• CAN SOMEONE WHO LIVES OUTSIDE ONTARIO OR OVERSEAS BUY A TICKET?
• The lottery is intended for Ontario residents. Ticket buyers must be in Ontario at the time of purchase. Tickets cannot be mailed to addresses outside the province of Ontario.
• HOW OLD DO YOU HAVE TO BE TO PURCHASE A TICKET?
• Purchasers must be at least 18 years of age. Tickets cannot be purchased in the name of a minor.
• WHAT IF I LOSE MY TICKET?
• You do not need your ticket to claim your prize. Your name, address, and phone number is recorded in the database along with your ticket number. If you would like a replacement ticket, you can call 519-488-9898 or toll free 1-866-594-6880.
• HOW CAN I BE SURE MY TICKET IS IN THE DRAW?
• The professional services from Scrimgeour & Company, Chartered Accountants ensures that all paid tickets are in the draw.
• WHAT IS THE TOTAL NUMBER OF PRIZES?
• There are 3,146 prizes.
• WHAT IS THE TOTAL PRIZE VALUE?
• Total prize value is $2,020,328.95.
• HOW LONG DO I HAVE TO CLAIM MY PRIZE?
• Prizes must be claimed within twelve (12) months of the Final Draw.
• WHAT HAPPENS IF I CANNOT PICK UP MY PRIZE IN PERSON?
• If someone other than the winner is claiming the prize on the winner’s behalf, the winner must provide written and signed authorization along with the original prize winning letter.
• WHAT CONTROLS ARE IN PLACE FOR THE DRAW?
• Winning tickets will be drawn under the supervision of Scrimgeour & Company, Chartered Accountants. Records of Scrimgeour & Company, Chartered Accountants shall be deemed correct if there is a discrepancy in numbers.
• HOW WILL I KNOW IF I’VE WON A PRIZE?
• The primary ticket holder who wins a major prize including all cash prizes will be notified by phone.  The primary ticket holder who wins a gift card(s) will receive their prize through Canada Post.  Major prize winners will be published in the London Free Press on Saturday, January 16, 2010.  A complete list of winners will also be posted online on the same date at www.londonmillionaire.ca. A printed list of winners is available upon request from the London Health Sciences Foundation.
• IF I WIN THE 5th ANNIVERSARY DRAW PRIZE DO I STILL QUALIFY FOR OTHER PRIZES?
• Yes, after each draw the winner is recorded and the ticket number then goes back in for every prize category.
• IF I WIN THE PREMIUM BONUS DRAW PRIZE DO I STILL QUALIFY FOR OTHER PRIZES?
• Yes, after each draw the winner is recorded and the ticket number then goes back in for every prize category.
• IF I WIN THE EARLY BIRD PRIZE DO I STILL QUALIFY FOR OTHER PRIZES?
• Yes, after each draw the winner is recorded and the ticket number then goes back in for every prize category.
• DO I HAVE TO PAY TAX ON ANY WINNINGS?
• Lottery winnings are considered a windfall and not taxable in Canada.
• WHAT ARE THE HOURS OF OPERATION FOR THE HOME AND HOTTAGE, AND WHERE CAN I FIND A MAP?
• LOTTERY HOMES NOW CLOSED!
• WHERE DO THE PROCEEDS FROM THE MILLIONAIRE LOTTERY GO?
• Proceeds from the Millionaire Lottery support the highest priority needs of London Health Sciences Centre.  LHSC is home to South Street Hospital, University Hospital, Victoria Hospital, two family medical centres and Lawson Health Research Institute.  London Health Sciences Centre’s 10,000 staff, physicians, students and volunteers provide care for more than one million patient visits a year.
• WHAT IS YOUR PRIVACY POLICY?
• The London Health Sciences Foundation administers this event and this information is protected and governed by the privacy policies of the London Health Sciences Foundation. Any personal information that you provide is collected for the purpose of fulfilling this Lottery, promoting future such lotteries and other fundraising activities. The Foundation does not rent, sell or trade our mailing lists. For our full privacy statement call 1-866-440-9868 or visit www.lhsf.ca/privacy.asp For all inquiries, please send an email to londondmillionaire@lhsc.on.ca.
• QUESTIONS RE GRAND PRIZE #1 - OPTION A
• WHAT IS THE SQUARE FOOTAGE OF THE HOME?
• The house has 2,215 square feet plus 20 square feet of open space on the main floor and 1,200 square feet of finished space in the basement.
• WHAT IS THE SIZE OF THE LOT?
• The lot is 53' x 125'.
• WHAT ARE THE PROPERTY TAXES PER YEAR?
• Property taxes are assessed by the city once the new owner moves in.
• WHAT IS INCLUDED WITH THE HOME?
• This luxurious and elegant home built by Wastell Builders Group includes the following:
  • • Fully furnished home with furnishings from Michael Roberts Fine Furniture, appliances from
       London Major Appliances, and electronics from London Audio
  • • $200,000 Cash
  • • 2010 Lincoln Limited Edition MKX from Courtesy Ford
  • • 5 Million Shoppers Drug Mart Optimum Points
• WHAT IS THE TOTAL VALUE OF THE HOUSE AND FURNISHINGS?
• The total value of Grand Prize #1 - Option A is $1,241,730.74*.
• WHO DECORATED THE HOME?
• The home is decorated by Mary-Allen and furnished by Michael Roberts Fine Furniture.
• WHERE CAN I GET A LIST OF THE PAINT COLOURS?
• A list of paint colours is available at the home and is also listed on this website.
• QUESTIONS RE GRAND PRIZE #1 - OPTION B
• WHAT IS THE SQUARE FOOTAGE OF THE HOTTAGE?
• The hottage has 1,157 square feet on the main level, 926 square feet on the upper level, and 1,043 square feet on the lower level.
• WHAT IS THE SIZE OF THE LOT?
• The front is 28.8', the right side 126.5', the left side is 129.3' and the back is 42.3'.
• WHAT ARE THE PROPERTY TAXES PER YEAR?
• Property taxes are assessed by the city once the new owner moves in.
• WHAT IS INCLUDED WITH THE HOTTAGE?
• This quality and luxurious hottage in Grand Bend is built by Oke Woodsmith and Wondergrove Development Inc. includes:
  • • Fully furnished hottage with furnishings from Dinneys Fine Furniture and Your Signature Furniture, appliances
       from Goemans Appliances, and electronics from Kable Solutions
  • • $375,000 Cash
  • • 2009 Camaro Coupe from Huron Motor Products
  • • 5 Million Shoppers Drug Mart Optimum Points
    
• WHAT IS THE TOTAL VALUE OF THE HOTTAGE AND FURNISHINGS?
• The total value of Grand Prize #1 - Option B is $1,178,998.41.
• WHO DECORATED THE HOTTAGE?
• The hottage is decorated by RaeAnn and furnished by Dinneys Fine Furniture and Your Signature Furniture.
• WHERE CAN I GET A LIST OF THE PAINT COLOURS?
• A list of paint colours is available at the hottage and is also listed on this website.