The Lotto Max jackpot has reached its $90-million limit for the Tuesday, October 20, 2026 draw, after no ticket matched all seven main numbers in the previous draw.
The upcoming draw will also feature 20 Maxmillions prizes worth $1 million each and 90 additional prizes of $100,000.
More information is available from Loto-Québec’s Lotto Max draw information.
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Lotto Max jackpot reaches the new $90-million ceiling
The October 20 draw will be the latest opportunity for Canadian lottery players to compete for the largest Lotto Max jackpot currently available under the game’s 2026 rules.
The jackpot had already climbed to $90 million for the October 16 draw, but the official results showed no winner in the 7/7 category.
Five tickets matched six main numbers plus the bonus number, with each receiving $154,039.
Because the main jackpot was not won, it remains at the maximum amount for the next draw rather than increasing further.
What is available in the October 20 draw
The prize structure for Tuesday’s draw includes several separate opportunities to win.
| Prize category | Amount or number of prizes |
|---|---|
| Main Lotto Max jackpot | $90 million |
| Maxmillions | 20 prizes of $1 million |
| Maxplus | 90 prizes of $100,000 |
Maxmillions prizes become available when the main jackpot reaches at least $50 million.
Each Maxmillions prize is worth $1 million, although it can be shared if more than one winning selection is drawn, according to OLG’s Lotto Max rules.
The Maxplus draw is a newer feature that adds $100,000 prizes to every Lotto Max draw, with the number of prizes tied to the size of the main jackpot.
At the $90-million level, there are 90 Maxplus prizes.
When the Lotto Max draw takes place
The next Lotto Max draw is scheduled for Tuesday, October 20, 2026, after 10:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
Sales close across Canada at 10:30 p.m. ET on draw nights, although local retailer cut-off times and online purchase deadlines may vary by province.
Lotto Max draws are held every Tuesday and Friday.
How the updated Lotto Max game works
Under the game format introduced in April 2026, a Lotto Max play costs $6 and includes four selections of seven numbers drawn from 1 to 52.
Players can select the first seven-number selection themselves, while the remaining selections can be generated through Quick Pick.
Players may also use Quick Pick for all four selections, as outlined in the OLG Lotto Max game overview.
The main jackpot odds are approximately one in 33,446,140 per $6 play.
The odds of winning any Lotto Max prize are approximately one in 5.8 per play.
The updated game also increased the maximum jackpot from $80 million to $90 million and introduced the additional $100,000 Maxplus prizes.
What happens after the October 20 draw
If a ticket matches all seven numbers in the main draw, the $90-million jackpot will be awarded according to the applicable lottery rules.
If there is no main-jackpot winner, the prize remains subject to the rollover and prize-allocation rules for the next Lotto Max draw.
Any unclaimed ticket should be kept safely and checked through the lottery corporation in the province where it was purchased.
Players should treat lottery purchases as entertainment and spend only what they can afford to lose.
The updated Lotto Max game reflects the changes introduced in April 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the next Lotto Max draw?
The next Lotto Max draw is scheduled for Tuesday, October 20, 2026, after 10:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
How much is the Lotto Max jackpot?
The main Lotto Max jackpot is estimated at $90 million, the current maximum under the updated game format.
How many Maxmillions prizes are available?
There are 20 Maxmillions prizes of $1 million available in the October 20 draw.
What are the additional $100,000 Lotto Max prizes?
The draw includes 90 Maxplus prizes of $100,000 because the main jackpot has reached $90 million.
How much does a Lotto Max play cost?
A Lotto Max play costs $6 and includes four selections of seven numbers from 1 to 52.
Fact-Checked: Key jackpot, draw-date, prize-structure, ticket-cost and odds information was checked against official Loto-Québec and OLG lottery information. ([loteries.lotoquebec.com](https://loteries.lotoquebec.com/loteries/fr/loteries/lotto-max?utm_source=openai))
Disclaimer: Lottery outcomes are random, and readers should play responsibly and only spend within their means.