Saskatoon Woman's $5 Million Lotto 6/49 Win: From Grocery Run to Riches!

Imagine a typical Saturday. A quick stop at Cabela's in Saskatoon for some essentials, and then, life as you know it takes an extraordinary turn. This was the reality for Sharon Drozd, a Saskatoon resident who recently became $5 million richer after her Lotto 6/49 ticket hit the jackpot on the February 3, 2024 draw.

Drozd's incredible journey to becoming a multi-millionaire began with a seemingly ordinary purchase.

While running errands, she picked up a Quick Pick ticket for the Lotto 6/49. It wasn't until a few days later, while checking her tickets with the Western Canada Lottery Corporation (WCLC) app, that the magnitude of her win started to unfold.

“I thought it said $5,000 at first,” a still-elated Drozd recounted.

“Then I looked again, and again, and that's when I saw all the zeros. It was $5 million! I couldn't believe my eyes.” The initial shock quickly gave way to pure joy and disbelief, a moment she shared with her husband and children, who were equally stunned and thrilled by the life-altering news.

For many, a win of this size would mean an immediate resignation letter.

However, Drozd, grounded and practical, has expressed her intention to continue working, at least for the foreseeable future. This remarkable win marks her first significant lottery prize, making the experience all the more surreal and special for the Saskatoon family.

With a monumental $5 million now in her bank account, Drozd's plans are both sensible and heartwarming.

The immediate priority is to pay off bills, ensuring financial freedom and peace of mind. Beyond that, she looks forward to helping her family, a common and touching aspiration among lottery winners, and perhaps indulging in a well-deserved trip. This incredible stroke of luck ensures a future filled with fewer worries and more opportunities for Sharon Drozd and her loved ones.