Q. HOW MANY TICKETS ARE BEING SOLD?
A. 135,000 tickets available for sale and 6,530 tickets won as prizes.

Q. HOW MUCH ARE TICKETS?
A. Tickets are 3 for $100, 9 for just $250, or a single ticket for just $50.

Q. WHAT ARE THE GUIDELINES FOR PURCHASING TICKETS?
A.

• • One method of payment
• • Only one envelope will be mailed containing tickets to an Ontario address
• • All 3 or 9 packs must contain the same purchaser's information with up to a maximum of three names and will be mailed to the primary ticket holder (the first name that appears on the ticket)
• • Post-dated cheques will not be accepted
• • Cheques in excess of $500 must be certified

Q. WHAT HAPPENS IF A BAD PAYMENT IS RECEIVED?
A. If your cheque is returned to us by the bank you will be contacted by LHSF and given an opportunity to provide replacement payment within two business days. Any tickets issued will be considered invalid until replacement payment is received.

Q. WHAT ARE THE ODDS OF WINNING?
A. The odds of winning depend on the number of tickets sold. All inquiries, if any, on the odds of winning, are to be made to the licensee prior to the purchase of ticket(s).

Q. HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO RECEIVE MY TICKET?
A. You should receive your ticket in approximately 2 - 3 weeks after the order is placed.

Q. IS MY TICKET PURCHASE TAX DEDUCTIBLE?
A. No, lottery tickets are not tax deductible.

Q. CAN I REQUEST A SPECIFIC TICKET NUMBER?
A. No. Ticket numbers are consecutive and computer-generated.

Q. CAN SOMEONE WHO LIVES OUTSIDE ONTARIO OR OVERSEAS BUY A TICKET?
A. The lottery is intended for Ontario residents. Ticket buyers must be in Ontario at the time of purchase. Tickets cannot be mailed to addresses outside the province of Ontario.

Q. HOW OLD DO YOU HAVE TO BE TO PURCHASE A TICKET?
A. Purchasers must be at least 18 years of age. Tickets cannot be purchased in the name of a minor.

Q. WHY CAN'T I BUY MY TICKET ONLINE?
A. The current rules governing Ontario Charitable Lotteries prohibits the online sale of tickets.

Q. WHAT IF I LOSE MY TICKET?
A. You do not need your ticket to claim your prize. Your name, address, and phone number is recorded in the database along with your ticket number. If you would like a replacement ticket, you can call 519-488-7100 or toll free 1-866-802-4117.

Q. HOW CAN I BE SURE MY TICKET IS IN THE DRAW?
A. The professional services from Scrimgeour & Company, Chartered Accountant ensures that all paid tickets are in the draw.

Q. WHAT IS THE TOTAL NUMBER OF PRIZES?
A. There are 9,060 prizes.

Q. WHAT IS THE TOTAL PRIZE VALUE
A. Total prize value is $2,001,427.80.

Q. HOW LONG DO I HAVE TO CLAIM MY PRIZE?
A. Prizes must be claimed within twelve (12) months of the Final Draw.

Q. WHAT CONTROLS ARE IN PLACE FOR THE DRAW?
A. Winning tickets will be drawn under the supervision of Scrimgeour & Company, Chartered Accountant. Records of Scrimgeour & Company, Chartered Accountant shall be deemed correct if there is a discrepancy in numbers.

Q. HOW WILL I KNOW IF I'VE WON A PRIZE?
A. The primary ticket holder who wins a major prize will be notified by phone. The primary ticket holders of all remaining prizes will receive their prize through Canada Post. Major prize winners will be published in the London Free Press on Saturday, July 4, 2009. A complete list of winners will also be posted online on the same dates at www.londondream.ca. A printed list of winners is available upon request from the London Health Sciences Foundation.

Q. IF I WIN THE ANNIVERSARY DRAW PRIZE DO I STILL QUALIFY FOR OTHER PRIZES?
A. Yes, after each draw the winner is recorded and the ticket number then goes back in for every prize category.

Q. IF I WIN THE BONUS DRAW PRIZE DO I STILL QUALIFY FOR OTHER PRIZES?
A. Yes, after each draw the winner is recorded and the ticket number then goes back in for every prize category.

Q. IF I WIN THE EARLY BIRD DRAW PRIZE DO I STILL QUALIFY FOR OTHER PRIZES?
A. Yes, after each draw the winner is recorded and the ticket number then goes back in for every prize category.

Q. DO I HAVE TO PAY TAX ON ANY WINNINGS?
A. Lottery winnings are considered a windfall and not taxable in Canada.

Q. WHAT ARE THE HOURS OF OPERATION FOR THE HOMES AND WHERE CAN I FIND A MAP?
A.

Q. WHERE DO THE PROCEEDS FROM THE DREAM LOTTERY GO?
A. Proceeds from the Dream Lottery support London Health Sciences Centre, Children's Hospital at London Health Sciences Centre and St. Joseph's Health Care, London. Hospitals in London collectively serve the needs of well over one million patients from Southwestern Ontario. In addition to serving London residents, they are referral centres, providing specialized services in support of the excellent care of the region's community hospitals.

Q. WHAT IS YOUR PRIVACY POLICY?
A. The London Health Sciences Foundation administers this event and this information is protected and governed by the privacy policies of the London Health Sciences Foundation. Any personal information that you provide is collected for the purpose of fulfilling this Lottery, promoting future such lotteries and other fundraising activities. The Foundation does not rent, sell or trade our mailing lists. For our full privacy statement call 1-866-440-9868 or visit http://www.lhsf.ca/privacy.asp For all inquiries, please send an email to londondream@lhsc.on.ca.

QUESTIONS RE GRAND PRIZE - OPTION A

Q. WHAT IS THE SQUARE FOOTAGE OF THE HOME?
A. The house has 1683 square feet on the main floor, 1303 square feet on the upper floor and 1175 square feet of finished space in the basement.

Q. WHAT IS THE LOT SIZE?
A. The lot is 63.49 x 118.35.

Q. WHAT ARE THE PROPERTY TAXES PER YEAR?
A. Property taxes are assessed by the city once the new owner moves in.

Q. WHAT IS INCLUDED WITH THE HOME?
A. This truly breathtaking home includes the following:

• • Fully furnished home with furnishings from Gielen Design, appliances from Appliance Canada, and electronics from Kable Solutions.
• • $250,000 Cash
• • 2009 Audi Q5 from Dalmar Motors

Q. WHAT IS THE TOTAL VALUE OF THE HOUSE AND FURNISHINGS?
A. The total value of Grand Prize - Option A is $1,130,744.00.

Q. WHO DECORATED THE HOME?
A. The home is decorated by Gielen Design.

Q. WHERE CAN I GET A LIST OF THE PAINT COLOURS THAT WERE FEATURED IN THE HOME?
A. A list of paint colours that were used in the home are listed on this website.

QUESTIONS RE GRAND PRIZE - OPTION B

Q. WHAT IS THE SQUARE FOOTAGE OF THE HOME?
A. The house has 1988 square feet on the main level and 1337 square feet of finished space in the basement.

Q. WHAT IS THE LOT SIZE?
A. The lot is 84 x 125.

Q. WHAT ARE THE PROPERTY TAXES PER YEAR?
A. Property taxes are assessed by the city once the new owner moves in.

Q. WHAT IS INCLUDED WITH THE HOME?
A. This truly spectacular home includes:

• • A fully furnished home with furnishings from Design Matrix, appliances from Hensall Major Appliance, and electronics from tnt Security Systems.
• • $500,000 Cash
• • 2010 Mercedes GLK 350 from Mercedes-Benz London

Q. WHAT IS THE TOTAL VALUE OF THE HOUSE AND FURNISHINGS?
A. The total value of Grand Prize - Option B is $1,179,912.35.

Q. WHO DECORATED THE HOME?
A. The home is decorated by Design Matrix.

Q. WHERE CAN I GET A LIST OF THE PAINT COLOURS THAT WERE FEATURED IN THE HOME?
A. A list of paint colours that were featured in the home are listed on this website.

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