Lotto-style draw game
BC/49: how to play, odds and draw times
BC/49 is a lotto-style draw game sold in British Columbia. The operator is BCLC. One play costs CA$1. Draws are Wednesday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. PT. The odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in 13,983,816.
- Price
- CA$1 per play
- Draws
- Wednesday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. PT
- Jackpot odds
- 1 in 13,983,816
- Sold
- In British Columbia
How to play BC/49
Pick 6 numbers from 1 to 49, or ask for a quick pick.
The lottery also draws the Bonus number from the same numbers. You do not pick it.
Match the drawn numbers to win. The more numbers you match, the bigger the prize.
One ticket can cover up to 26 draws in a row.
BC/49 draw days and times
| Drawing | When |
|---|---|
| Evening | Wednesday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. PT |
Ticket sales close 9 minutes before each draw.
BC/49 odds and prizes
| Prize level | Prize | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| 6/6 | Jackpot (starts at CA$2,000,000) | 1 in 13,983,816 |
| 5/6+ (5 of 6 plus the bonus number) | CA$75,000 | 1 in 2,330,636 |
| 5/6 | CA$750 | 1 in 55,492 |
| 4/6 | CA$75 | 1 in 1,033 |
| 3/6 | CA$10 | 1 in 56 |
| 2/6+ (2 of 6 plus the bonus number) | CA$5 | 1 in 81 |
Where to play BC/49
BC/49 is sold in British Columbia. The operator is BCLC. Buy tickets only from a licensed lottery retailer. LottoCheck does not sell tickets.
Latest BC/49 result
The LottoCheck app shows the latest BC/49 numbers after each draw and checks your tickets against them.
Official results: BCLC winning numbers.
BC/49 FAQ
What are the odds of winning the BC/49 jackpot?
The odds of winning the BC/49 jackpot are 1 in 13,983,816 per play, as printed on the official prize chart. BC/49 has 6 prize levels, and smaller prizes have better odds.
What time is the BC/49 drawing?
BC/49 draws Wednesday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. PT. Times are Pacific Time. Ticket sales close 9 minutes before each draw.
How much is a BC/49 ticket?
One BC/49 play costs CA$1.
Where can I play BC/49?
BC/49 is sold in British Columbia. Buy tickets only from a licensed lottery retailer. LottoCheck does not sell tickets.
How do you play BC/49?
Pick 6 numbers from 1 to 49, or ask for a quick pick. The lottery also draws the Bonus number from the same numbers. You do not pick it. Match the drawn numbers to win. The more numbers you match, the bigger the prize.
How can I check my BC/49 ticket?
The LottoCheck app checks BC/49 tickets against the draw results. Scan the ticket or type the numbers. Add a ticket before the draw and the app sends you a push when the results are in. Always confirm a win with the official lottery.
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Sources
- PlayNow: BC/49 (draw times, prizes and odds, Extra)
- PlayNow: BC/49 winning numbers
- BCLC: BC/49 game conditions and prize structure statement (PDF, not readable: 403 to scripted requests)
Checked against these official pages on 2026-10-21.
Game facts come from the official lottery pages listed above. Rules and prizes can change: always confirm with the official lottery before you buy a ticket or make a claim. LottoCheck does not sell tickets or pay prizes and is not affiliated with any lottery.