Princess Margaret Lotto
Princess Margaret Home Lottery FAQs
How old do you have to be to order a ticket?
Participants must be at least 18 years of age. Tickets cannot be ordered in the name of a minor.
Princess Margaret Lottery 2014
A lottery with an impressive name like Princess Margaret Home Lottery sounds like something fun, and it is! The Canadian lotto was set up to support a good cause, and today, it offers rewards much bigger than they’ve ever been before.
Are retail ticket outlets open for in person sales?
For the Health and Safety of both staff and visitors, local retail ticket sales outlets (car dealerships and Henry’s stories) will not be open this fall due to concerns around the COVID 19 pandemic. Thank you for your understanding and support.
- The Princess Margaret Home Lottery is over 99% sold. Limited tickets are available at PrincessMargaretLotto.com or call 1-866-631-1234. Final draws will be completed on December 10, and winners will be announced live on CP24 on December 11. A searchable live of winners will be available at PrincessMargaretLotto.com on December 19, 2019.
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- Morning Show host Jennifer Valentyne gets a grand tour of the $6M Princess Margaret Home Lottery prize.
Tickets can be purchased by calling 1-866-631-1234 or online at PrincessMargaretLotto.com. Tickets can be ordered by mail by completing the ticket request form and mailing it along with a cheque, money order, or VISA, MasterCard or American Express number to:
Princess Margaret Lotto 2020
Fall 2020 Princess Margaret Home Lottery
PO Box 4396, Stn A
Toronto, ON M5W 3T3
Are Hospital Kiosks/Showhome open for in person sales?
For the Health and safety of both our staff and visitors, the Grand Prize Showhome in Oakville and the Lottery Hospital Kiosks (Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto General Hospital and Toronto Western Hospital) will NOT be open for in person sales until further notice. Thank you for your understanding and support.
Tickets can be purchased by calling 1-866-631-1234 or online at PrincessMargaretLotto.com. Tickets can be ordered by mail by completing the ticket request form and mailing it along with a cheque, money order, or VISA, MasterCard or American Express number to:
Fall 2020 Princess Margaret Home Lottery
PO Box 4396, Stn A
Toronto, ON M5W 3T3
What are the ticket prices for the Home Lottery?
Home Lottery tickets are: 1 for $100, 3-Pack for $250, 5-Pack for $375, 10-Pack for $700, Mega-Pack for $500 and Max-Pack for $850.
What is a Mega-Pack?
Mega-Pack includes 5-Home lottery Tickets, 15-50/50 Tickets and 6-Cash Calendar Tickets for $500.
What is a Max-Pack?
Mega-Pack includes 10-Home lottery Tickets, 25-50/50 Tickets and 6-Cash Calendar Tickets for $850.
What are guidelines regarding the number of names on a Home Lottery ticket and payment terms?
All tickets in a 3-Pack, 5-Pack, 10-Pack, Mega-Pack or Max-Pack, must contain the same information. Up to three names can appear on a Home Lottery ticket. Only one form of payment may be used per purchase. Ticket numbers will be issued in sequential order.
Do I have to order a Home Lottery ticket in order to play the 50/50 Add-On?
Yes, per licensing body (AGCO) rules, participation in the 50/50 Add-On is contingent upon a verified purchase of a Home Lottery ticket order. [See separate FAQs for more information about the 50/50 Add-On].
Do I have to order a Home Lottery ticket in order to play the Cash Calendar?
No, there is no requirement that you order a Home Lottery ticket to play the Cash Calendar.
I didn’t order Cash Calendar tickets when I ordered my Home Lottery tickets. Can I still participate in the Cash Calendar?
Yes, you can place your Cash Calendar ticket order at any time prior to the ticket deadline of December 3, 2020.
Can someone who lives outside Ontario or overseas buy a ticket?
The lottery is intended for Ontario residents. Ticket buyers must be in Ontario at the time of order and provide an Ontario mailing address.
Who is not eligible to order a ticket?
The following individuals and all of their immediate family members residing in the same household are prohibited from ordering a ticket: Board members and employees of The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation, members of the UHN Board of Trustees and Executive Team, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre Executive Team; partners and employees of MNP LLP and its affiliates; employees of Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Ltd., the NHL, NHL Enterprises Canada LP, the NBA, NBA Properties Inc., NBA Media Ventures LLC; and members of licensed gaming suppliers providing services to this program.
What are my chances of winning a prize?
There are 16,035 prizes and only 550,000 tickets available. 1 chance in 550,000 tickets x 16,035 draws equates to approx. 1 chance in 35 to win a prize.
I haven’t received my official ticket / it contains a spelling/address error
Please allow up to 3-5 business days for your tickets by email or 7-10 business days for tickets by Canada Post. Ticket purchasers who have not received their OFFICIAL TICKET after this time or who wish to report a misspelled name or address on an OFFICIAL TICKET should please check your JUNK/SPAM or contact Customer Service at 1-800-542-8813 or email pmhlotterycs@mnp.ca.
What would happen if a “bad” payment was made for a ticket (e.g. Cheque NSF)?
One week is allowed between the ticket sales cutoff and the start of the draws. This time period allows for all forms of payment to be verified and processed. Only tickets that have been paid for and/or have been verified as paid for are eligible to be entered for the respective draw(s). If for any reason a payment is returned, the ticket will be deemed invalid if payment cannot be verified prior to the start of the draws.
How long does it take to receive my tickets?
Mailed Tickets: Upon receipt and/or authorization of payment for your ticket order, you should receive your ticket(s) via Canada Post in 7-10 business days.
Emailed Tickets: Upon receipt and/or authorization of payment for your ticket order, you should receive your ticket(s) via email in 3-5 business days.
If you have not received your ticket(s) within these timeframes, please check your JUNK/SPAM or contact Customer Service at 1-800-542-8813 or email pmhlotterycs@mnp.ca.
I have deleted the email with my Lottery ticket, am I still eligible for the draws?
Yes. You do not need your ticket in hand to be included in the draws. For ticket-related inquiries please contact Customer Service at 1-800-542-8813.
I don’t have an email address; how do I get a copy of my ticket?
If you require a paper copy of your official ticket receipt to be mailed to you, please contact Customer Service at 1-800-542-8813
I’m not able to open my electronic tickets. What do I do?
If you are not able to open your email to retrieve your ticket contact Customer Service at 1-800-542-8813 or email pmhlotterycs@mnp.ca.
I placed my order online yesterday. When do I receive my electronic ticket?
Please allow 3 to 5 business days for receipt of a ticket by email. If you have not received your ticket, please check your JUNK/SPAM or contact Customer Service at 1-800-542-8813or email pmhlotterycs@mnp.ca.
The phones are always busy – what is going on?
Due to the tremendous response to the program all phone lines are full. Please keep trying or place your ticket order online by visiting our website at PrincessMargaretLotto.com.
What is the Loyalty Prize?
The Loyalty Prize comprises: ten (10) Apple Packs: iMac Computer, iPad Pro, iWatch Series 5, AirPods, HomePod and TV 4K Device. Total Loyalty Prize Value: $5,593.43. Order your tickets by Midnight, August 28 to be eligible. The Loyalty Draws will take place on September 9, 2020.
What is the VIP Prize?
The VIP Prize comprises: one (1) prize consisting of: (i) one (1) pair of 2020/2021 Toronto Maple Leafs season seats (including playoffs▪) located in the “Red” arena seating area; (ii) one (1) pair of 2020/2021 Toronto Raptors season seats (including playoffs▪) located in the “Side Prime” arena seating area▪; (iii) one (1) pair of 2021 Toronto FC season seats (including playoffs▪) located in the “North East Field Side” seating area (including BMO Club fees which provides club access and all-inclusive food and non-alcoholic beverages within the club area (iv) $10,000 Cash. Estimated retail value of Toronto Maple Leafs and Toronto Raptors season seats (including playoffs▪) is $100,520. Estimated retail value of Toronto FC season seats (including playoffs▪ and club access) package is $8,946. Total VIP Prize Value: $119,466. Order your tickets byMidnight, September 18 to be eligible. The VIP Draw will take place on September 30, 2020.
VIP Prize will be awarded as cash if the season for Toronto Maple Leafs, Toronto Raptors and/or Toronto FC is cancelled or fans are not permitted to attend games due to the global pandemic. See rules for more details.
What is the Bonus Prize?
The Bonus Prize comprises: one (1) prize – A Condo at 330 Richmond Street, Unit 2516, Toronto, fully furnished (value $899,000); $100,000 Cash; Mirvish Gift Certificate valued at $2,000. The Mirvish Gift Card will be awarded as cash by the Princess Margaret Lotteries if theatres are closed due to the global pandemic. Total Bonus Prize Value: $1,001,000. Order your tickets by Midnight, October 9 to be eligible. The Bonus Draw will take place on October 20, 2020.
What is the Early Bird Prize?
The Early Bird Prize comprises: one (1) prize – Muskoka Lakefront Cottage on Paint Lake, fully furnished (value $1,410,000); $25,000 Cash. Total Early Bird Prize Value: $1,435,000. Order your tickets by Midnight, November 6 to be eligible. The Early Bird Draw will take place on November 17, 2020.
What is included in the $6 Million Grand Prize?
The $6 Million Grand Prize comprises: one (1) prize – Oavkille Showhome, fully furnished (value $ 4,927,112.50); 2021 Porsche Taycan 4S (value $159,594.98); $1 Million Cash. Total Grand Prize Value: $6,086,707.48.
Where are the prize homes?
The prize homes are in Oakville, Toronto, Muskoka, and Niagara-on-the-Lake.
When does the Oakville Showhome open and close?
Due to the global pandemic, for the health and safety of both our staff and visitors, the Oakville Showhome is currently closed for viewing. Thank you for your understanding and for your support of our lottery, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre and our community.
Why isn’t the showhome address published?
The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation has a care of duty to minimize the impact for the local neighborhood and as the Showhome is currently closed for viewing, the lottery will not be posting the address for safety and security reasons.
How do I see the prize properties?
Please visit PrincessMargaretLotto.com and take a virtual tour, enjoy the photo galleries and videos showcasing these spectacular prizes.
Are the prizes donated?
No. All prizes are purchased by the Foundation using the tender process.
Is my ticket purchase tax deductible?
No. Prizes won are not taxable. Therefore, a ticket purchase cannot be used as a tax deduction.
Do I have to pay tax on any winnings?
Lottery winnings are considered a windfall and not taxable in Canada.
If I win a home do I have to live in it or can I sell it?
Once a home is awarded to the winner, they do not have to live in it. Any prize won can be sold if the winner wishes to do so. The title for a home may be registered in anyone’s name.
Is there Capital Gains Tax on a property if I sell it?
Winning real estate is considered a lottery prize, not a capital gain. Lottery winnings are not taxable in Canada. We recommend that you contact a tax or legal professional with specific questions.
Do I have to take my prize or can I just take the cash?
Prizes must be accepted as awarded, except where indicated in the brochure or online that there are cash alternatives. Cash alternatives exist for the following prizes: All vacations and vehicles. Please refer to your lottery brochure or PrincessMargaretLotto.com for details.
If I win but I can’t travel, can I get the cash?
All vacation prizes will be awarded as cheques and do not have to be used towards travel.
How long do I have to claim my prize?
We ask that all winners claim their prizes within six (6) weeks if possible. Prizes must be claimed within six (6) months of the draw date.
What happens if I cannot pick up my prize in person?
Arrangements may be made to have a prize shipped to you “freight collect”, or if someone other than the winner will be claiming the prize on the winner’s behalf, the winner must provide written and signed authorization along with the original prize-winning letter.
How are winners notified?
All winners will be notified in writing as to what they have won and where to claim their prizes. A searchable list of all prize winners will be posted online at PrincessMargaretLotto.com on November 26 or December 10, 2020 pending sell out of the lottery. A printed list of winners is available upon request. Call 1-800-542-8813 or e-mail pmhlotterycs@mnp.ca.
I have misplaced my Home Lottery ticket. Am I still eligible for the draws?
Yes. The official Lottery ticket is a Receipt of Purchase, but you do not need it in hand to be entered for the prize draws. To request a reprint of your ticket, please call 1-800-542-8813 or email pmhlotterycs@mnp.ca.
Will draws be televised on CP24?
No, the Home Lottery Draws will not be televised live on CP24. The top valued prize winners will be announced live on CP24 on the applicable Home Lottery draw date (either November 19 or December 3, 2020).
How are the draws made?
Ticket fulfillment and draw control services are provided by MNP LLP. Draws will take place at the offices of MNP, 111 Richmond St W., Suite #300, Toronto, ON M5H 2G4. The records of MNP LLP shall be deemed correct and final. A certified Random Number Generator (RNG) will be used to conduct the draws. For questions about the draw process, please call 1- 800-542-8813 or email pmhlotterycs@mnp.ca.
If I win, is my ticket still in for the other draws?
Yes, each ticket purchased is entered for each and every draw. Refer to your brochure or the lottery website for more information regarding ticket sales deadline and eligibility for prize draws.
Who is MNP LLP?
MNP is a registered gaming supplier with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO). Ticket fulfillment and draw control are provided by MNP LLP for Princess Margaret Lotteries. MNP is a leading national accounting, tax and business consulting firm in Canada. MNP proudly serve and respond to the needs of their clients in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. For more information, visit www.mnp.ca
What is your Privacy Policy?
The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation is committed to protecting your privacy. Personal information collected will be used to fulfill ticket orders, provide information on our future lotteries, contact prize winners, and publicize the names of prize winners. The Foundation does not trade, rent or sell any personal information to third parties. If you wish to be removed from our contact list, please call 1-866-631-1234or email pmhlotterycs@mnp.ca. Visit PrincessMargaretLotto.com for our full privacy statement and a complete set of rules. Prize winners’ consent to the use of their name and photograph by the licensee for publicity purposes.
How will proceeds from the Princess Margaret Home Lottery be used?
Proceeds enable Future Care now for patients at The Princess Margaret, across Canada and around the world. Future Care Now represents our commitment to deliver the very best treatments available today, while accelerating discovery of tomorrow’s breakthroughs through research at The Princess Margaret and across our global network. The Princess Margaret is the largest cancer centre in Canada and one of the top 5 cancer research centres in the world. See your lottery brochure or visit the proceeds page of this website for more information.
Does the Canadian Anti-Spam Legislation affect your Lotteries?
Charity lotteries are exempt from this legislation.
What is the licence # of the Princess Margaret Home Lottery?
The Lottery Licence # is 11908.
50/50 Add-On FAQs
What is the 50/50 Add-On?
The 50/50 Add-On is another way to win big with the Princess Margaret Lottery. The 50/50 Add-On comprises one (1) prize. The winner will be awarded half the 50/50 jackpot. A guaranteed $2 Million minimum prize payout will be paid to the 50/50 Add-On winner. The last jackpot exceeded $5.8 Million.
How do I get updates on the size of the 50/50 Add-On prize?
As the 50/50 Add-On jackpot grows, this will be advertised on our website and via social media. Watch the jackpot grow at PrincessMargaretLotto.com
What are the ticket prices for the 50/50 Add-On?
50/50 Add-On tickets are: 5-Pack for $25, 15-Pack for $50 OR 25-Pack for $75.
Can I play the 50/50 Add-On, without ordering a Princess Margaret Home Lottery ticket?
No. Per licensing body (AGCO) rules, a 50/50 Add-On order can only be placed in conjunction with a Home Lottery ticket order.
How do I participate in the 50/50 Add-On?
50/50 Add-on tickets must be ordered in conjunction with and at the same time as your Home Lottery ticket and will be assigned to the same ticket holder. There are three easy ways to order.
- ONLINE: Visit PrincessMargaretLotto.com
- PHONE: 24 Hours, 7 days a week: 416-650-7888 or 1-866-631-1234,
- MAIL: complete the order form from the website or in your Home Lottery brochure and send with cheque, money order or VISA, MasterCard or American Express number to: Princess Margaret Home Lottery, Box 4396, Station A, Toronto, M5W 3T3
How many 50/50 Add On ticket numbers are available?
There will be no restriction on the number of 50/50 Add-On tickets offered for sale. Ticket numbers will be issued in sequential order beginning at 5,000,001. 50/50 Add-On ticket numbers will be listed on your Home Lottery Official Ticket receipt.
How many tickets will I receive if I order a 5-Pack, 15-Pack or 25-Pack?
For each 50/50 Add-On order placed in conjunction with your Home Lottery, one official ticket receipt will be issued. The ticket will list all ticket numbers assigned for Home Lottery and the 50/50 Add-On draw.
Can I give the 50/50 Add-On ticket as a gift?
Per licensing body (AGCO) rules, 50/50 Add-On tickets must be assigned to the same ticketholder as the Home Lottery ticket. To order Home Lottery and 50/50 Add-On as a gift, simply advise us at the time or order who you would like to give the ticket to and provide the address of the giftee. *Giftee must be 18 years of age or older.
What are the guidelines regarding number of names on a ticket and payment terms?
50/50 Add-On tickets will be assigned to the same ticketholder as the Home Lottery ticket. Up to THREE names can appear on a Home Lottery ticket. Only one form of payment may be used per order.
How do I find out if I won the 50/50 prize?
The 50/50 Add-On prize winner will be announced live on CP24 on November 19 (if all tickets are sold by the Early Bird Prize Deadline) or December 3. All Princess Margaret winners are notified in writing as to what they have won and how to claim their prize. The winner of the 50/50 Add-On will be posted online at PrincessMargaretLotto.com on either November 26 or December 10, 2020.
What are the chances of winning the 50/50 Add-On prize?
The chances of winning the 50/50 Add-On prize is dependent upon the number of 50/50 Add-On ticket numbers sold.
When is the ticket sales deadline for the 50/50 Add-On?
The ticket sales deadline for the 50/50 Add-On will coincide with the Home Lottery ticket deadline. When all tickets have been sold for the Home Lottery or by the final ticket deadline for Home Lottery (Midnight, November 20) – whichever comes first, 50/50 Add-On ticket orders will conclude simultaneously.
When is 50/50 draw made?
If all Home Lottery tickets are sold by the Early Bird deadline of Midnight, November 6, the 50/50 Add-On draw will take place on November 17, 2020 at approx. 8:00am at the offices of MNP LLP. The winner will be announced live on CP24 on November 19, 2020. If Home Lottery tickets remain after the Early Bird deadline, the 50/50 Add-On draw will take place on December 1, 2020 at approx. 8:00am at the offices of MNP LLP. The winner will be announced live on CP24 on December 3, 2020.
How is the 50/50 draws made?
Ticket fulfillment and draw control services are provided by MNP LLP. Draw will take place at the offices of MNP, 111 Richmond St W., Suite #300, Toronto, ON M5H 2G4. The records of MNP LLP shall be deemed correct and final. A certified Random Number Generator (RNG) will be used to conduct the draws. For questions about the draw process, please call 1- 800-542-8813 or email pmhlotterycs@mnp.ca.
Will the 50/50 Add-On draw be televised on CP24?
No, the 50/50 Add-On draw will not be televised live, but the winner will be announced LIVE on CP24 on the applicable Home Lottery Winners Announcement Date (either November 19 or December 3, 2020).
I have misplaced my Home Lottery ticket. Am I still eligible for the 50/50 Add-On draw?
Yes. The official Home Lottery ticket is a Receipt of Purchase, but you do not need it in hand to be entered for the Home Lottery and 50/50 Add-On prize draws. To request a reprint of your ticket, please call 1-800-542-8813 or email pmhlotterycs@mnp.ca.
How will proceeds be used from the Princess Margaret 50/50 Add-On?
Proceeds enable Future Care now for patients at The Princess Margaret, across Canada and around the world. Future Care Now represents our commitment to deliver the very best treatments available today, while accelerating discovery of tomorrow’s breakthroughs through research at The Princess Margaret and across our global network. The Princess Margaret is the largest cancer centre in Canada and one of the top 5 cancer research centres in the world. See your lottery brochure or visit the proceeds page of this website for more information.
Can I cancel my 50/50 Add-On ticket and get a refund?
Ticket orders must be cancelled prior to commencement of the draws and will be refunded for the amount that was paid for the ticket. Once draws have begun, no refunds are permitted. If a ticket order for the Home Lottery is cancelled, all 50/50 Add-On tickets ordered with that ticket will also be cancelled.
What is the license number of the 50/50 Add-On?
The lottery licence # is: 50/50 Add-On #: 11910
100 Days of Winning Cash Calendar FAQs
What are the prizes in the Princess Margaret Cash Calendar?
There is a total of 520 cash prizes (“prizes”) to be awarded valued at $1,950,000: Twenty (20) Holiday Cash Prizes of $5,000, Four hundred (400) Prizes of $1,000, Eighty-five (85) Prizes of $10,000 and Fifteen (15) Prizes of $40,000.
Are retail ticket outlets open for in person sales?
For the Health and Safety of both staff and visitors, local retail ticket sales outlets (car dealerships and Henry’s stories) will not be open this fall due to concerns around the COVID 19 pandemic. Thank you for your understanding and support.
Tickets can be purchased by calling 1-866-631-1234 or online at PrincessMargaretLotto.com. Tickets can be ordered by mail by completing the ticket request form and mailing it along with a cheque, money order, or VISA, MasterCard or American Express number to:
Fall 2020 Princess Margaret Home Lottery
PO Box 4396, Stn A
Toronto, ON M5W 3T3
Are Hospital Kiosks/Showhome open for in person sales?
For the Health and safety of both our staff and visitors, the Grand Prize Showhome in Oakville and the Lottery Hospital Kiosks (Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto General Hospital and Toronto Western Hospital) will NOT be open for in person sales until further notice. Thank you for your understanding and support.
Tickets can be purchased by calling 1-866-631-1234 or online at PrincessMargaretLotto.com. Tickets can be ordered by mail by completing the ticket request form and mailing it along with a cheque, money order, or VISA, MasterCard or American Express number to:
Fall 2020 Princess Margaret Home Lottery
PO Box 4396, Stn A
Toronto, ON M5W 3T3
What are the ticket prices for the Cash Calendar?
Prices are: 1 for $25, 3-pack for $50 or 6-pack for $75.
How many Calendars will I receive if I order a 3-Pack or 6-Pack?
For each Calendar order placed, one official Calendar ticket will be issued. The Calendar ticket will list 1, 3 or 6 Calendar ticket numbers.
Is the Calendar a 12 month Calendar?
No.
Can I give the Princess Margaret Cash Calendar as a gift?
Yes. The Cash Calendar ticket can be gifted. To order as a gift, simply advise us at the time of order, who you would like to give the ticket to and provide the address of the giftee. *Giftee must be 18 years of age or older.
What are guidelines regarding the number of names on a calendar ticket and payment terms?
All tickets in a 3-pack or 6-pack must contain the same information. Up to three names can appear on one Calendar ticket. Only one form of payment may be used per purchase. Ticket numbers will be issued in sequential order and begin at 8 000 001.
How do I participate in the Cash Calendar?
There are three easy ways to order your Princess Margaret Cash Calendar.
- ONLINE: Visit PrincessMargaretLotto.com
- PHONE: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: 416-650-7888 or 1-866-631-1234
- MAIL: Complete the order form from the website or in your Home Lottery brochure and send with cheque, money order, VISA, Mastercard or AMEX number to Princess Margaret Lotteries, Box 4396, Station A, Toronto, M5W 3T3
How many Cash Calendar ticket numbers are available?
There are 390,000 Calendar ticket numbers available.
Is my ticket purchase tax deductible?
No. Prizes won are not taxable. Therefore, a ticket purchase cannot be used as a tax deduction.
Do I have to pay tax on any winning?
Lottery winnings are considered a windfall and not taxable in Canada.
How do I find out if I am a winner in the Princess Margaret Cash Calendar?
All prize winners will be notified in writing within two (2) weeks of the day for which their winning ticket was selected. Winning results from the Holiday Cash Prizes will be posted on the website at PrincessMargaretLotto.com on December 9, 2020. Winning results for the Daily Cash Prizes ($1,000 and $10,000), and Friday Cash Prizes will be posted on the website at PrincessMargaretLotto.com every day from December 11, 2020 to March 20, 2021.
A printed list of winners is available upon request after March 20, 2021. Call 1-800-542-8813 or email pmhlotterycs@mnp.ca.
How long do I have to claim my prize?
We ask that all winners claim their prizes within six (6) weeks if possible. Prizes must be claimed within six (6) months of the final draw announcement (March 20, 2021).
Can someone who lives outside Ontario or overseas buy a ticket?
The Cash Calendar is intended for Ontario residents. Ticket buyers must be in Ontario at the time of order and provide an Ontario mailing address.
How old do you have to be to order a ticket?
Participants must be at least 18 years of age. Tickets cannot be ordered in the name of a minor.
Who is not eligible to order a ticket?
The following individuals and all of their immediate family members residing in the same household are prohibited from ordering a ticket: Board members and employees of The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation, Members of the UHN Board of Trustees and Executive Team, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre Executive Team; partners and employees of MNP LLP and its affiliates; and members of other licensed gaming suppliers providing services to this program.
How long does it take to receive my tickets?
Mailed Tickets: Upon receipt and/or authorization of payment, you should receive your ticket(s) via Canada Post in 7-10 business days.
Emailed Tickets: Upon receipt and/or authorization of payment, you should receive your ticket(s) via email in 3 – 5 business days.
If you have not received your ticket(s) within these timeframes, please contact Customer Service at 1-800-542-8813 or email pmhlotterycs@mnp.ca.
I have deleted the email with my Lottery Ticket, am I still eligible for the Draws?
Yes. You do not need your ticket in hand to be included in the draws. For ticket-related inquiries please Customer Service at 1-800-542-8813 or email pmhlotterycs@mnp.ca.
I don’t have an email address; how do I get a copy of my ticket?
If you require a paper copy of your official ticket receipt to be mailed to you, please contact Customer Service at 1-800-542-8813
I’m not able to open my electronic tickets. What do I do?
If you are not able to open your email to retrieve your ticket, contact Customer Service at 1-800-542-8813 or email pmhlotterycs@mnp.ca.
I placed my order online yesterday. When do I receive my electronic ticket?
Please allow 3 to 5 business days for receipt of a ticket by email. If you have not received your ticket, please check your JUNK/SPAM or contact Customer Service at 1-800-542-8813 or email pmhlotterycs@mnp.ca.
When is the ticket sales deadline?
The Cash Calendar Ticket Sales Deadline is: Midnight, December 3, 2020. The Holiday Cash Prize Deadline Sales Deadline is: Midnight, November 27, 2020.
When are the Draws?
There are 520 draws. Twenty (20) Holiday Cash Prizes of $5,000 will take place approx. 8:00am on December 9, 2020. Four hundred 400 Daily Cash Prizes of $1,000, 85 Daily Cash Prizes of $10,000 and 15 Friday Cash Prizes of $40,000 will take place on December 11, 2020 at approx. 8:00 am. MNP LLP will randomly select one (1) winner from among all eligible ticket numbers for each of the five hundred (500) Cash Prizes to be awarded from December 11, 2020 to March 20, 2021. All winners will be notified in writing within two (2) weeks of the day for which their winning ticket was selected.
How are the Cash Calendar Draws made?
Ticket fulfillment and draw control services are provided by MNP LLP. Draws will take place at the offices of MNP, 111 Richmond St W #300, Toronto, ON M5H 2G4. The records of MNP LLP shall be deemed correct and final. A certified Random Number Generator (RNG) will be used to conduct the draws. For questions about the draw process, please call 1- 800-542-8813 or email pmhlotterycs@mnp.ca.
Will the draws be televised on CP24?
No, Cash Calendar draws will not be televised.
How many names can appear on a Calender ticket?
Up to three names can appear on a Calendar ticket.
Do I have to order a Home Lottery ticket in order to play the Cash Calendar?
No, there is no requirement that you order a Home Lottery ticket to play the Cash Calendar.
I didn’t order Cash Calendar tickets when I ordered my Home Lottery tickets. Can I still participate in the Cash Calendar?
Yes, you can place your Cash Calendar ticket order at any time prior to the ticket deadline of December 3, 2020.
I have misplaced my Cash Calendar ticket. Am I still eligible for the Draws?
Yes. The official Calendar ticket is a receipt of purchase, but you do not need it in hand to be entered for the prize draws. All ticket numbers sold will be represented in the draw.
How will proceeds from the Princess Margaret Cash Calendar be used?
Proceeds enable Future Care now for patients at The Princess Margaret, across Canada and around the world. Future Care Now represents our commitment to deliver the very best treatments available today, while accelerating discovery of tomorrow’s breakthroughs through research at The Princess Margaret and across our global network. The Princess Margaret is the largest cancer centre in Canada and one of the top 5 cancer research centres in the world. See your lottery brochure or visit the proceeds page of this website for more information.
Can I win more than once?
Yes. Each Cash Calendar ticket number is entered for ALL draws.
The phones are always busy – what is going on?
Due to the tremendous response to the program the phone lines are full. Please keep trying or visit one of the lottery kiosks at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto General or Toronto Western Hospitals or one of the many outlets listed on the back of the brochure OR place your ticket order online by visiting our website at PrincessMargaretLotto.com
Can I cancel my Cash Calendar ticket and get a refund?
Princess Margaret Cash Calendar ticket orders may be cancelled prior to the commencement of the draws and will be refunded for the amount that was paid for the ticket. Once draws have begun, no refunds are permitted.
I haven’t received my official ticket / it contains a spelling/address error
Please allow up to 3-5 business days for tickets by email or 7- 10 business days for your ticket by Canada Post Mail. Ticket purchasers who have not received their OFFICIAL TICKET after this time or who wish to report a misspelled name or address on an OFFICIAL TICKET should call 1-800-542-8813or email pmhlotterycs@mnp.ca.
What would happen if a “bad” payment was made for a ticket (e.g. Cheque NSF)?
Time is allowed between the ticket sales cutoff and the start of the draws for all forms of payment to be verified and processed. Only tickets that have been paid for and/or have been verified as paid for are eligible to be entered for the respective draw(s). If for any reason a payment is returned, the ticket will be deemed invalid if payment cannot be verified prior to the start of the draws.
If I win, is my ticket still in for the other Draws?
Yes, each Cash Calendar ticket number is entered for each and every draw.
Who is MNP LLP?
MNP is registered gaming supplier with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO). Ticket fulfillment and draw control are provided by MNP LLP for Princess Margaret Lotteries. MNP is a leading national accounting, tax and business consulting firm in Canada. MNP proudly serve and respond to the needs of their clients in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. For more information, visit www.mnp.ca
What is your Privacy Policy?
The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation is committed to protecting your privacy. Personal information collected will be used to administer and evaluate the lottery, including fulfilling lottery ticket orders and contacting and publicizing the name and municipality of residence of prize winners. We may also use your personal information to connect with you to keep you informed about the impact of your support, share other activities of The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation and ask for your support of our mission. The Foundation does not trade, rent or sell any personal information to third parties. If you wish to be removed from our contact list; please call 1-866-631-1234 or email pmhlotterycs@mnp.ca. For more information on our privacy practices, see our full Privacy Policy at PrincessMargaretLotto.com or contact us at 1-800-542-8813 or pmhlotterycs@mnp.ca.
Can I still purchase a ticket for the Princess Margaret Home Lottery?
Yes! Order your Princess Margaret Home Lottery tickets online at PrincessMargaretLotto.com or call 416-650-7888 or 1-866-631-1234 or use one of the other ticket order options outlined in your Home Lottery brochure.
Does the new Canadian Anti-Spam Legislation affect your Lotteries?
Charity lotteries are exempt from this legislation.
How can I unsubscribe from your email list?
You have the option to unsubscribe at any time by calling 1-866-631-1234 or email pmhlotterycs@mnp.ca.
What is the licence number of the Princess Margaret Cash Calendar?
The Lottery Licence # is 11909.