Answers to common Canadian lottery questions.
Everything you need to know about camera ticket scanning, subscriptions, provincial game rules, and CRA tax policies.
App & Subscriptions
This happens if you reinstall the app or switch to a new iPhone. Open Settings or any Pro upgrade screen in the app and tap 'Restore Purchases'. This instantly resyncs your active Apple subscription through RevenueCat without charging you again.
Scanning & Verification
No. Lotto Check is an independent Canadian lottery informational and analytics assistant. We are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by BCLC, OLG, WCLC, Loto-Québec, ALC, or the Interprovincial Lottery Corporation. Always verify your physical ticket at an authorized lottery terminal before discarding.
Canadian Lottery Mechanics
Yes. Lotto Check is fully updated for the 2026 format, including the $6 price for 4 lines, the expanded 1–52 number pool, the $90 Million jackpot ceiling, and the new Max Plus $100,000 secondary prize tier.
Taxes & Regulations
No. Under Section 40(2)(f) of the Canadian Income Tax Act, lottery winnings are treated as tax-free capital windfalls. You receive 100% of your lump sum or Daily Grand annuity with zero federal or provincial tax withheld. Any interest or investment income generated by the money after receipt is subject to standard income tax.
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