Henry Osmulski wins $64,140 in July 50/50 draw!
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Proceeds from Sault Area Hospital Foundation lottery programs help support the purchase of medical equipment for Sault Area Hospital.
On July 31, Henry Osmulski of Thunder Bay, ON won a $64,140 jackpot in the Sault Area Hospital Foundation (SAHF) July 50/50 draw. Henry’s lucky number (J-37094797) was drawn electronically, and he was called immediately.
Reaching Henry proved to be a little more challenging than expected, with a voicemail left on Friday before the long weekend — but that turned out to be exactly what he was hoping for!
When purchasing his ticket this month, Henry did something a little different: rather than providing his cell phone number, he listed his home phone. Still working, but planning to retire this October, Henry hoped there would be a blinking voicemail light waiting for him when he returned home from work. His brother, who was home at the time, had been specifically instructed not to answer the phone or check any voicemails. When he checked his messages, and then checked the winning numbers, he knew he would be taking home the jackpot. “This win will make that transition into retirement this fall just a little bit smoother,” shared Henry.
A longtime supporter of Hospital 50/50s across Northern Ontario, Henry enjoys purchasing tickets knowing they support local healthcare while also giving him the chance to win. His brother, once skeptical about lottery wins, is now a believer after seeing the prize firsthand.
Rather than receiving his winnings through the mail, Henry insisted on making the drive from Thunder Bay to Sault Ste. Marie to pick up his cheque in person. He and his brother turned the trip into a short getaway, spending a couple of days enjoying what Sault Ste. Marie has to offer!
Henry wasn’t the only winner this month – July’s Early Bird, Laurie Laitinen of Sault Ste. Marie, ON, had the choice between a $10,000 Premium Patio Package or $8,000 cash. With winning ticket J-76524365. Laurie decided on adding the $8,000 cash prize to her future travel funds.
“We love hearing the stories our winners share, and the difference these big wins can make,” said Teresa Martone, Executive Director for Sault Area Hospital Foundation. “When it comes down to it, every ticket purchased makes a difference – helping fund critical medical equipment at Sault Area Hospital.”
Tickets for SAHF’s August 50/50 draw are on sale now – and this is a month you won’t want to miss! Get your tickets before August 19 for a chance to win the $10,000 early bird prize – plus every ticket has a chance at the growing jackpot. Tickets are 10 for $10; 60 for $20; 200 for $40; or 750 for $75.
New this month: purchase an Add-On raffle ticket for a chance to win a 2026 Sea-Doo Spark & Trailer package ($14,099.12 value) or $10,000 cash. Add-On tickets start at just $10 and must be purchased with an SAHF 50/50 ticket.
For more information, visit www.soolottery.ca or email soolotterysupport@sahfoundation.com. Lottery Licence #RAF1472368
Looking for more ways to support SAHF? In addition to the monthly 50/50, tickets are also available for 5 Car Draw and Split the Pot.
To purchase tickets or learn more about the 5 Car Draw, please visit 5car.ca. Lottery Licence #RAF1539788
To purchase tickets in support of SAHF or learn more about Split the Pot, please visit www.sahfoundation.com/STP. Lottery Licence #RAF1494020
Get a chance to win BIG, while also supporting local healthcare!
