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Know the Odds

Part of the fun in games of chance is imagining the possibility of winning big, even though the reality is that the chance of winning a top prize is remote. Regulated gambling offered by Atlantic Lottery Corporation and Casino Nova Scotia are games of chance. They are designed to provide players with entertainment, but the house always has the edge. That means that over time, it will always cost you more to play. The average odds of winning on some of the games offered in Nova Scotia are provided below.

Lottery Draw Games:

Product Odds of Winning Any Prize Odds of Winning the Top Prize
Lotto 6/49 1 in 32.3 1 in 13,983,816
LOTTO MAX 1 in 6.6 1 in 28,633,528
TAG 1 in 9.9 1 in 600,000
Atlantic 49 1 in 27 1 in 6,991,908
BUCKO! 1 in 4.5 1 in 249,800
Salsa Bingo 1 in 4.97 1 in 130,210
Twist 1 in 14.72 1 in 1,493,077
Pik 4 1 in 15 1 in 14,125

Scratch 'n Win Tickets:
For the odds of winning on the latest Scratch'n Win Games please visit: www.alc.ca

Breakopen Tickets:

Breakopen Game Odds of Winning Any Prize Odds of Winning the Top Prize
Criss Cross 1 in 11.68 1 in 1,425
Super Bar 1 in 12.33 1 in 570
Bar 10 Bonus 1 in 12.03 1 in 2,850

Sports Betting (PRO LINE and Over/ Under):

The odds of winning on sports products fluctuates due to the unique nature of these games. Results are tied to the outcome of professional or amateur sporting events, so they are completely beyond the control of those placing wagers. As with all games of chance, the house holds the advantage. For more information on how sports games operate, visit www.alc.ca

IMPORTANT TIPS:

  • Remember, gambling is not a way to make money.
  • Money meant for living expenses should never be used for gambling.
  • Gambling should never interfere with other aspects of your life.
  • Set a money limit before you start to play and stop once you've reached it.
  • Constantly review your gambling activity to make sure that you're sticking to your limits.