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  1. Choose Your Ticket: Visit a convenience store, gas station, or lottery retailer and buy a Scratch & Win ticket. Tickets come in various themes and price points, ranging from a few dollars to higher amounts, each offering different prize levels. Learn more about the different type of tickets here. 
  2. Read the Rules: Before scratching, read the game’s rules, including the odds of winning and the prizes. This info is on the back of the card.
  3. Scratch to Reveal: Use a coin or your fingernail to scratch off the designated areas on the ticket. Underneath the scratchable surface, you'll find numbers, symbols, or other indicators that determine if you've won a prize.
  4. Verify Your Win: Once you've scratched your ticket, check if you've won by comparing your revealed symbols or numbers with the winning combinations listed on the ticket. You can also scan the barcode at a lottery retailer or use a lottery app to verify your ticket.
  5. Claim Your Prize: If you're a winner, follow the instructions on the back of the ticket to claim your prize. Smaller prizes can typically be claimed at the retailer, while larger prizes may need to be claimed at the BCLC office. Learn more here.  

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  • Set a Budget: Treat Scratch & Win tickets as a form of entertainment. Set a budget for how much you're willing to spend and stick to it. Learn more here. 
  • Understand the Odds: Scratch & Win games are random. Each game has different odds of winning. 
  • Use your GameSense: Remember that Scratch & Win tickets are a form of gambling. Play for fun and if you’re struggling with your gambling habits, reach out for support. 
  • Not for Kids: Lottery tickets and scratch-and-win games are for adults 19 and older. Instead of gambling products, choose fun, age-appropriate gifts for kids. 

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Scratch & Win tickets offer a unique blend of excitement and anticipation. The thrill of scratching off the surface to reveal a potential prize is a big part of the fun. Plus, with a variety of games and themes, there's always something new to try.

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