Western 6/49
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Western 6/49 is a Canadian lottery game that is played across Western Canada, including the provinces of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia, the Yukon Territory, and the Northwest Territories. It is one of the most popular lottery games in Canada, with draws taking place every Wednesday and Saturday.
The game is quite simple to play. Players choose six numbers from a pool of 1 to 49, and in order to win the jackpot, they must match all six numbers. There are also several secondary prize categories for players who match fewer numbers. The odds of winning the jackpot in the Western 6/49 are approximately 1 in 13.98 million, which are relatively good odds compared to other lottery games.
The minimum jackpot for the Western 6/49 is CA$1 million, and this amount increases each time the jackpot is not won. If there is more than one winner for the jackpot, the prize is divided equally among the winners
About Western 6/49
The game was first introduced in 1982, and since then it has become a favorite among lottery players due to its large jackpots and relatively good odds of winning.
The Western 6/49 is a regional lottery that is operated by the Western Canada Lottery Corporation (WCLC), which is a non-profit organization that is owned by the governments of Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. The WCLC is responsible for operating several other lottery games in addition to the Western 6/49, including the Lotto Max and the Daily Grand.
When Are the Western 6/49 Lottery Draws Held?
How To Buy Western 6/49 Tickets?
It’s a breeze to purchase Western 6/49 tickets online – there are a few steps to do it:
Once you’ve got your Western 6/49 tickets online, you’ll get an email with the details of what you bought. You can also check out your purchase history in your account.
If you buy EXTRA on either Wednesday or Saturday, you’ve got a shot at winning the grand prize of CA$250,000 or the second prize of CA$100,000 in that game!
Western 6/49 Tickets Cost
The price of a Western 6/49 lottery ticket changes depending on how many lines or sets of numbers you pick. Basically, one line or set of six numbers is CA$1. But if you want to play multiple lines or sets of numbers on a single ticket, the cost will go up.
For example, a ticket with two lines or sets of numbers would cost CA$2, while a ticket with three lines or sets of numbers would cost CA$3, and so on.
It’s important to remember that playing the lottery should always be done responsibly, and players should set a budget for themselves and stick to it to avoid overspending on Western 6/49 tickets.
Play WESTERN 6/49 with Quick Pick or Selection Slip
* The EXTRA numbers you have are good for the same draw as the Host Game listed on top of your ticket.
Western 6/49 Prize Payouts & Odds
If you want to win a prize, the numbers you picked have to be in the same row.
| Match | Prize Amount | Odds** / CA$1 Play |
|---|---|---|
| 6/6 | CA$2 000 000 | 1 in 13,983,816 |
| 5/6+ | CA$50 000 | 1 in 2,330,636 |
| 5/6 | CA$500 | 1 in 55,492 |
| 4/6 | CA$50 | 1 in 1,033 |
| 3/6 | CA$10 | 1 in 56.7 |
| 2/6+ | CA$3 | 1 in 81.2 |
| 2/6 | Free Play | 1 in 8.3 |
| * Odds of winning any prize are approximately one in 6.6 | ||
| * All odds are approximate | ||
Western 6/49 FREE Plays
| Free Plays | Ticket 1 | Ticket 2 | Ticket 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 selection for 1 draw | – | – |
| 2 | 1 selection for 1 draw | 1 selection for 1 draw | – |
| 3 | 1 selection for 1 draw | 1 selection for 1 draw | 1 selection for 1 draw |
| 4 | 1 selection for 2 draws | 1 selection for 1 draw | 1 selection for 1 draw |
| 5 | 1 selection for 2 draws | 1 selection for 2 draws | 1 selection for 1 draw |
| 6 | 1 selection for 2 draws | 1 selection for 2 draws | 1 selection for 2 draws |
| 7 | 1 selection for 3 draws | 1 selection for 2 draws | 1 selection for 2 draws |
| 8 | 1 selection for 3 draws | 1 selection for 3 draws | 1 selection for 2 draws |
| A Free Play ticket includes one six-number Quick Pick selection– whether it’s won on a regular WESTERN 649 ticket or a Combo Play ticket. You can add one EXTRA number for an additional CA$1. | |||
| WESTERN 649 tickets valid for multiple Free Plays will be printed on more than one ticket. | |||
- Good Odds
- Large Jackpots
- Multiple Prize Categories
- Easy To Play
- Supports Charities
- Addiction Risk
- No Guaranteed Winnings
- Taxes
Tim –
Playing the Western 6/49 lottery has been an absolute joy!