Vancouver Man’s Life Transformed by $40 Million Lottery Win
Imagine buying a drink and a lottery ticket—and walking away with $40 million. That’s exactly what happened to Phuc Duc (Daniel) Chau, a Vancouver resident whose life took a dramatic turn after a simple trip to a Burnaby 7-Eleven.
The Winning Moment: Luck Strikes at 7-Eleven
In late May, Chau visited the 7-Eleven at Imperial Street and Boundary Road. He picked up a Bubly sparkling water and, on a whim, grabbed a Lotto Max ticket. Later, he admitted there was no real reason behind the purchase—just a gut feeling that told him to go for it.
For three weeks, the tickets sat forgotten at the bottom of his bag. One day, while searching for a cough drop at work, he rediscovered them. The first ticket was a bust, but the second one changed everything. Chau saw a string of zeroes and realized he’d hit the jackpot.
“I have never seen that many zeroes in my life,” he said, recalling how he dropped his phone in shock before calling the BCLC to confirm his win.
Life After the Big Win: Dreams and Plans
Chau’s $40 million windfall is set to transform not just his life, but the lives of those around him. First, he wants to support his community and family. “I want to contribute back to the community because I know this might be a life-changing experience for me, and I want to use a part of it to change other people’s lives as well,” Chau explained.
Travel is also on the horizon. While Chau hasn’t settled on a destination yet, the world is now his oyster. He’s still deciding whether to quit his job, but for now, he and his partner are “walking on cloud nine.”
What’s Next: Sharing the Joy and Seeking Advice
Chau’s next steps include sharing the good news with his parents and consulting a financial planner. With so many possibilities ahead, one thing is certain: this Vancouver man’s story is just beginning.
