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Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation
2026 NDHF Summer Lottery

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Rules of Play
2026 NDHF Summer Lottery

  1. 1. Tickets

    Tickets may be sold and purchased only in British Columbia.

    Ticket purchasers must be 19 years of age or older.

  2. 2. 50/50

    BC Gaming Event Licence #172939

    1 for $5.00; 7300 tickets
    5 for $20.00; 25000 tickets
    20 for $50.00; 45000 tickets

    The 50/50 is a draw where the money received in ticket sales is divided evenly between the winner and the charity.

    Maximum 50/50 payout will be $124,500.00.

  3. 3. Raffle

    BC Gaming Event Licence #172928

    2 for $5.00; 7600 tickets
    5 for $10.00; 38000 tickets
    15 for $20.00; 115500 tickets

  4. 4. Important Dates & Draw Information

    Early Bird #1 Deadline
    Early Bird #1 ticket sales deadline: July 29, 2026 at 11:59:00 p.m. PDT
    Early Bird #1 draw: July 30, 2026 at 12:00:00 p.m. PDT

    Early Bird #2 Deadline
    Early Bird #2 ticket sales deadline: August 11, 2026 at 11:59:00 p.m. PDT
    Early Bird #2 draw: August 12, 2026 at 12:00:00 p.m. PDT

    Early Bird #3 Deadline
    Early Bird #3 ticket sales deadline: August 27, 2026 at 11:59:00 p.m. PDT
    Early Bird #3 draw: August 28, 2026 at 12:00:00 p.m. PDT

    Early Bird #4 Deadline
    Early Bird #4 ticket sales deadline: September 16, 2026 at 11:59:00 p.m. PDT
    Early Bird #4 draw: September 17, 2026 at 12:00:00 p.m. PDT

    Deadline
    Final ticket sales deadline: September 16, 2026 at 11:59:00 p.m. PDT

    Draw
    50/50 draw: September 17, 2026 at 12:00:00 p.m. PDT
    Prize Raffle draw: September 17, 2026 at 12:00:00 p.m. PDT

    If for some reason, the draw cannot take place on the draw date listed, a substitute draw date and time will be selected. All ticket purchasers will be able to see the amended draw date and time information posted on the same website the ticket was purchased.

    Draw will be held at 201-5220 Dublin Way, Nanaimo BC V9T 0H2

    The winning ticket is drawn using Random Number Generator software (RNG). 

    All ticket holders are welcome to attend the draw.

    Winners will be posted online at https://nanaimohospitalfoundation.rafflenexus.com/winners on September 17, 2026.

  5. 5. Winner

    Winner will be contacted by phone by the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation.

    Winners consent to release of their names by licensee.

    If a winning ticket bears a minor's name, the prize will be lawfully delivered to the minor's parent, legal guardian or trustee.

    No tickets will be purchased by the Board of Directors of the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation or employees involved with the conduct and management of the ticket raffle.

  6. 6. Privacy

    Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation does not sell, rent or exchange any personal information collected from our supporters with any other organization or entity.

  7. 7. Complaints

    Any complaints can be directed to the raffle administrators by emailing: Jenif.Roque@islandhealth.ca. Administrators will review the complaint and take action if necessary.

  8. 8. Delay in Draw

    Should a delay occur in the draw time on draw day, every effort will be made to make the draw as soon as possible. Should an alternate day need to be announced, after approval by BC Gaming, all ticket purchasers will be notified via email.

  9. 9. Other

    Please email our team at Jenif.Roque@islandhealth.ca should you require a refund for any ticket purchases or would like to issue a complaint, and we would be happy to assist you.

Cause

This summer, your chance to win supports healthcare where you live.

The NDHF Summer Lottery is back, giving you the chance to win cash and incredible local prizes while funding healthcare needs across Central and North Vancouver Island.

This year’s prize lottery features incredible local experiences, including wellness, dining, adventure, overnight stays and island activities.

The 50/50 jackpot will grow throughout the summer, with the grand prize draw taking place on September 17, 2026.

Buy your tickets today and be part of improving healthcare in our region while giving yourself the chance to win.

Important dates

Deadline: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
Draw date: Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.

Early Bird #1

Deadline: Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
Draw date: Thursday, July 30, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.

Early Bird #2

Deadline: Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
Draw date: Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.

Early Bird #3

Deadline: Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
Draw date: Friday, August 28, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.

Early Bird #4

Deadline: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
Draw date: Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.

Ticket packs

50/50 tickets are:
Single Ticket for $5,
5-Ticket Pack for $20,
20-Ticket Pack for $50.

Prize Raffle tickets are:
2-Ticket Pack for $5,
5-Ticket Pack for $10,
15-Ticket Pack for $20.

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. How many tickets are available for sale?
    50/50: There are 77,300 tickets available for sale.
    Prize Raffle: There are 161,100 tickets available for sale.
  2. How much do tickets cost?
    50/50: Single Ticket for $5, 5-Ticket Pack for $20, 20-Ticket Pack for $50,
    Prize Raffle: 2-Ticket Pack for $5, 5-Ticket Pack for $10, 15-Ticket Pack for $20,
  3. Can I request a specific ticket number?
    No. Ticket numbers are computer-generated in ascending order starting at a pre-determined number.
  4. When are the deadlines for ticket sales?
    Early Bird #1: Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
    Early Bird #2: Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
    Early Bird #3: Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
    Early Bird #4: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
    Final Sales Deadline: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.
  5. What are the odds of winning?
    50/50: Chances are 1 in 77,300 (total tickets for sale) to win a prize. Actual odds depend on number of tickets sold.
    Prize Raffle: Chances are 1 in 161,100 (total tickets for sale) to win a prize. Actual odds depend on number of tickets sold.

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BC Gaming Event Licence #172939
Actual odds depend on # of tickets sold.
BC Gaming Event Licence #172928
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