BC 49 Winning Numbers

The game is drawn every Wednesday and Saturday evening. To play, players must choose six numbers from a pool of 1-49. If a players' six numbers match the BC 49 winning numbers drawn, they'll win the jackpot. The top prize is $2 million although if you match between 2 - 5 numbers you'll still win a prize. If you're thinking of playing BC 49, check out our guide to learn everything you need to know about the game.

How to Play BC 49

Here's how to play:

1. Choose six numbers from 1-49. You can either use the Quick Pick option or choose your own numbers.
2. Choose when to play. You can play on either a Wednesday or Saturday.
3. Get your ticket. You can buy your ticket from a lottery retailer or from various online websites such as PlayNow.com. However, it's important to be sure it's a reputable website.
4. Check the draw results. The winning numbers will be drawn at approximately 7:30 PM PT on the day of the draw. You can find the latest results of BC 49 online.
5. Claim your prize. If you've won, congratulations! 

BC 49 is a great lottery game to play if you're looking for an easy contest with great prizes. Follow the steps above to ensure you have the best chance of winning.

Odds of Winning

There are two ways to win the BC 49 lottery - by matching all six numbers drawn, you get a jackpot, and by matching 2/6 plus the bonus number, 3/6, 4/6, 5/6, or 5/6 plus the bonus number, you win a smaller prize. 

Additionally, players have a good chance of winning a smaller prize as well. The odds of winning $2,000,000 by matching 6 numbers are 1 in 13,983,816. The odds of winning $75,000 by matching 5 + the bonus ballare 1 in 2,330,636. And the odds of winning $750 by matching 5 out of 6 numbers are 1 in 55,492.

There are several ways to boost your odds of winning BC 49 lotto. One is to play multiple tickets. The more tickets you have, the better your chances of winning. Another way to improve your odds is to choose less popular numbers. This means that fewer people will play those numbers, and thus, your odds of winning will go up.

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Payout

Lucky winners of the bigger prizes must show identification which matches the name on the ticket in order to claim the prize. It may cause delays in a prize claim if you put nicknames or group names on your ticket. Be sure to claim your prize within 365 days of the draw date.

Local retailers must pay prizes up to $200. You may also have the ability to get prizes up to $2,000 through local retailers (however, you’d better ask them in advance if they have enough cash money to pay prizes bigger than $200). 

In order to claim prizes greater than $2,000, please call British Columbia Lottery Corporation Customer Support at 1-866-815-0222.

Who Can Play BC 49

In British Columbia, lottery tickets may only be purchased by individuals who are 19 years old or older.

To play online, you must be a resident of British Columbia and create an account with an online lottery provider. Once you’ve registered, you can buy tickets online or buy a ticket from offline retailers and play games.

History of BC 49

The BC 49 lotto is organized by the British Columbia Lottery Corporation, which operates Canada's major lotteries. The lottery created the game on January 29, 1992. Since its inception more than 20 years ago, the game's number field has remained unchanged, and the way it works has mainly stayed the same. 

Play BC 49 Responsibly

Ultimately, playing the BC 49 lotto is a fun and entertaining activity that can offer great rewards. However, it is important to play responsibly to avoid negative consequences. Here are some tips to help you stay in control when playing BC 49:

1. Set a budget for how much you can afford on tickets each week or month, and stick to it.
2. If you feel like you're spending too much on lottery games, take a break. It's okay to walk away and come back another time.
3. Remember that lottery games are meant to be fun. Don't let them become a source of stress in your life.
4. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, please seek help. Gambling addiction is a serious issue, and resources are available to those who need help.