WCLC operates lottery games within the Canadian Prairie Provinces and northern Territories, and to win a prize on our games, you must have a ticket purchased within that region. WCLC does not operate email or Internet lotteries. Click here for information on lottery scams claiming to be from WCLC.

WESTERN CANADA LOTTERY CORPORATION

Western Canada Lottery Corporation (WCLC) is a non-profit organization authorized to manage, conduct and operate lottery and gaming-related activities as agent for its Members, the governments of Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. The Yukon Territory, Northwest Territories and Nunavut participate as associate members. WCLC's affairs are governed by a Board of Directors consisting of two representatives appointed by each of the Member provincial governments.

WCLC works in conjunction with the provincial and territorial marketing organizations: Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission, Saskatchewan Lotteries, Manitoba Lotteries Corporation, Lotteries Yukon Sport North Federation.

WCLC is a Regional Marketing Organization of Interprovincial Lottery Corporation (ILC). ILC is incorporated and authorized to manage and conduct national lotteries.

National games marketed by WCLC with ILC include LOTTO MAX and LOTTO 6/49. In addition, WCLC offers regional games as authorized by its Members including: WESTERN 649, PAYDAY, EXTRA, PICK 3, SPORT SELECT, KENO, and a variety of SCRATCH 'N WIN games. LOTTO MAX, WESTERN 649, LOTTO 6/49, PAYDAY, EXTRA, PICK 3, SCRATCH 'N WIN, SPORT SELECT, PRO·LINE, OVER/UNDER, and POINT SPREAD are trademarked brand names owned by, or used under license by, Western Canada Lottery Corporation.


RULES AND REGULATIONS

All games are governed by the applicable rules and regulations respecting lotteries of WCLC and ILC, which include limitations of liability, and which are available from WCLC upon request. Some lotteries may also be subject to prize limitations.

It is the policy of WCLC that persons under the age of 18 years be refused the purchase or encashment of lottery tickets. Proof of age may be required.


PROBLEM GAMBLING

For most people, gambling is a form of fun and entertainment. A small percentage of people, however, experience problems with their gambling. Information and assistance is also available for concerned family and friends.

  • In Manitoba, call the confidential and free 24-hour problem gambling help line at 1-800-463-1554 or visit the Addictions Foundation of Manitoba website at www.afm.mb.ca
  • In Saskatchewan, call the problem gambling toll-free help line at 1-800-306-6789.  For information on problem gambling through Saskatchewan Health, visit www.healthysask.ca
  • In Alberta, call the Alberta Health Services Addiction Helpline, toll-free, 24 hours a day: 1-866-332-2322.  For more information on responsible gambling, visit the Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission website at www.aglc.ca/responsiblegambling/public_education/tipsforresponsiblegambling.asp

Please play responsibly!

HUMAN RESOURCES

Click here for the Human Resources section. Within this section you will find the ability to view current employment opportunities at Western Canada Lottery Corporation and to upload and send your resume to the HR Department.