Kelowna’s Ingo Abresch Claims $31 Million Lotto Max Jackpot

Ingo Abresch, a resident of Kelowna, British Columbia, has become a multimillionaire after winning a staggering $31 million in the Lotto Max draw held on September 23, 2025. Abresch purchased his winning ticket through BCLC’s PlayNow.com platform, a move that has transformed his life.

While at work, Abresch discovered his win by checking his online lotto account. “I looked at my account and saw a big number in the right corner. I clicked on the ticket, and the song rang,” he recounted. The moment was overwhelming for him. “I was dumbfounded, there were lots of zeros!”

Upon realizing the magnitude of his win, Abresch reached out to his partner to share the news. The unexpected announcement was met with skepticism. “She was hugely skeptical about it,” Abresch noted. “Even when I phoned her, she had to ask who was calling – she thought it was a scam.”

The win has brought Abresch a sense of excitement and disbelief. He described the experience as surreal and expressed that the substantial amount will ease his path to retirement. Despite the life-changing sum, he intends to maintain his current lifestyle, mentioning that he plans to take “a few more trips” and will “not worry when dining out.”

Abresch’s story is a reminder of how lottery wins can dramatically alter lives, bringing not just financial security but also new opportunities for enjoyment and adventure. As the holiday season approaches, he is poised to celebrate with newfound freedom and possibilities, thanks to his extraordinary luck in the Lotto Max draw.