DREAM HOME  Lottery FAQs

Frequently asked questions.

How does the Canada Post strike affect my Dream Home Lottery tickets?

During the Canada Post strike, printed tickets cannot be mailed. All tickets will be emailed to the address provided at the time of purchase. If you are local and would like a printed copy, you can visit the Bluewater Health Foundation office during business hours to have one printed for you. Please note that you do not need a physical ticket in hand to be entered into the draws — your purchase and ticket numbers are securely recorded in our system.

Who can purchase a ticket?

You must be 18 years of age or older to purchase a ticket. Tickets cannot be purchased in the name of a minor. All tickets must be ordered and delivered within the province of Ontario.

How many tickets are available and what are the prices?

A maximum of 160,000 Dream Home Lottery tickets are available:
- 150,000 for sale
- 10,000 awarded as prizes

Ticket options:
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2-Pack: $50
- 6-Pack: $100
- 16-Pack: $250
- 35-Pack: $375

Bundle Packages:
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Dream Big Bundle – $175 (6 Dream Home, 30 50/50, 3 Dream Calendar)
- Dream Bigger Bundle – $350 (16 Dream Home, 60 50/50, 8 Dream Calendar)
- Dream Biggest Bundle – $600 (35 Dream Home, 150 50/50, 20 Dream Calendar)

If Dream Home or Dream Calendar tickets sell out, bundles will no longer be available.

Can I split a ticket pack with friends/family?

Yes. Up to three names can appear on a ticket pack. All correspondence and prizes will be issued to the primary ticket holder, which is the first name listed.

Can I change the name(s) on my ticket after purchase?

Names on tickets can be changed prior to the commencement of draws. Once draws begin, the name(s) on the ticket cannot be changed.

Do I need to live in Ontario to buy a ticket?

Tickets must be purchased and delivered within Ontario. You do not need to permanently live in Ontario, but you must be physically in Ontario when purchasing.

How will I receive my tickets?

Official tickets are delivered by email when a valid email address is provided. If no email address is provided, tickets will be mailed. Physical copies can also be requested at the time of purchase or by calling 1-833-208-4387.

You do not need to have your tickets in hand to be entered into the draws.

Can I request a printed ticket if I ordered online?

Yes. You may request a printed ticket when purchasing or by calling 1-833-208-4387 after your order. Physical tickets are mailed to the address provided.

Are ticket purchases refundable?

Once draws begin, tickets cannot be reimbursed or refunded.

Where is the Dream Home located?

The 2027 Dream Home is located at 3504 Paul Crescent, Camlachie, ON.

Is the Dream Home open for viewing?

Yes. The Dream Home will officially open to the public on Saturday, October 3, 2026. Please check the website for open house dates and hours.

What are the deadlines and draw dates?

VIP Draw + Bonus Prizes
Purchase Deadline: October 21, 2026 at 11:59 pm
Draw Date: October 29, 2026 at 10 am

Loyalty Draw + Bonus Prizes

Purchase Deadline: November 25, 2026 at 11:59 pm
Draw Date: December 3, 2026 at 10 am

Early Bird Draw + Bonus Prizes

Purchase Deadline: January 13, 2027 at 11:59 pm
Draw Date: January 21, 2027 at 10 am

Final Draw + Bonus Prizes + Cash Prizes

Purchase Deadline: February 10, 2027 at 11:59 pm
Draw Date: February 25, 2027 at 10 am

50/50 Draw:
Purchase Deadline February 10, 2027, 11:59 pm
Draw Date; February 25, 2027, 10 am (following the Grand Prize Draw)

Dream Calendar Draws:
Purchase Deadline; February 10, 2027, 11:59 pm
Draw Date; February 25, 2027, 10 am (drawn, with winners announced weekdays in March & April 2027)

What prizes are available?


Over 11,000 prizes will be awarded throughout the 2027 Dream Home Lottery.

Highlights:

Grand Prize Dream Home
– A fully furnished Dream Home located at 3504 Paul Crescent, Camlachie, valued at $1.19 million, OR $1,000,000 cash

VIP Prize
$10,000 cash, plus 1,000 bonus Dream Home tickets and 100 × $25 Sobeys gift cards

Loyalty Prize$15,000 cash, plus 3,000 bonus Dream Home tickets and gift cards from Tim Hortons and Esso

Early Bird Prize2026 BMW X1 xDrive28i, valued at $60,000, OR $45,000 cash, plus 6,000 bonus Dream Home tickets and gift cards

Cash & Gift Card Prizes – Thousands of dollars in cash and gift cards from Starbucks, Ultimate Dining, Petro-Canada, McDonald’s, TJX, RONA and more

Dream 50/50 – One winner takes home half of the final jackpot

Dream Calendar
45 weekday cash prizes totaling $116,000 throughout March and April 2027, ranging from $500 to $20,000

What if I win the Dream Home but want the cash instead?

The Grand Prize winner can choose between the fully furnished Dream Home, valued at $1.19 million, or the $1,000,000 cash alternative.

Do I have to pay taxes or fees if I win?

Lottery prizes are tax-exempt. If the winner chooses the Dream Home, Bluewater Health Foundation will cover applicable legal and title search fees, land transfer tax and municipal occupancy fees before the winner receives title to the home.

Vehicle winners are responsible for licensing and insurance.

What if a prize is unavailable?

If a prize becomes unavailable or cannot be obtained within a reasonable period of time, a similar prize of equal or greater value may be substituted at the discretion of Bluewater Health Foundation.

How are winners notified?

Winners will be notified by phone and/or email or mail. Major prize winners will be contacted by phone, and prizes under $500 will be mailed to the primary ticket holder. Winners will also be posted on bwhfdreamhome.com.

Can I win more than once?

Yes. Winning tickets remain eligible for all subsequent draws.

Do I need my ticket in hand to claim my prize?

No. Ticket numbers are recorded in the official system. Call 1-833-208-4387 if you need assistance or a replacement ticket.

How long do I have to claim a prize?

Prizes should be claimed promptly following notification. Any prizes not claimed within six months of the draw date will be reported to the AGCO.

Do I have to buy Dream Home tickets to get 50/50 or Calendar tickets?

Yes. Dream 50/50 and Dream Calendar tickets are available as add-ons to a Dream Home Lottery order.

How many 50/50 tickets can I buy?

There is no overall ticket limit for the Dream 50/50 draw.

Ticket packages are: 2 for $15 | 6 for $30 | 20 for $60

How many Dream Calendar tickets are available?

A total of 55,000 Dream Calendar tickets will be sold.

Can I get a tax receipt for my ticket purchase?

No. Lottery tickets are not tax deductible. Prizes are tax exempt.

Who is not eligible to purchase a ticket?

Tickets cannot be purchased by:
- Employees/board members of Bluewater Health Foundation
- Bluewater Health Board of Directors & Executive Team
- Members of the Dream Home Lottery Committee
- The respective builder and decorator of the Dream Home
- Partners/employees of MNP LLP, Raffle Nexus, Miratel, or other licensed gaming suppliers

Immediate family members living in the same household are also ineligible.

How do I pay for my tickets?

Accepted payments: Visa, MasterCard, Visa Debit, MasterCard Debit.

Tickets can be purchased:
- Online at www.bwhfdreamhome.com
- By phone: 1-844-667-3251
- In person at Bluewater Health Foundation or at the Dream Home during open hours.

What if I move/change my address after purchasing?

Tickets and prizes are mailed to the primary address on file. If your address changes after purchasing, please call 1-833-208-4387 to update your information.

How are proceeds used?

Proceeds from the Dream Home Lottery support Bluewater Health’s Sarnia and Petrolia sites, helping fund essential equipment and enhanced patient care for our community.

Where can I see a full prize list and winners?

A complete prize list and winners are posted at www.bwhfdreamhome.com within 24 hours of each draw. A printed list is available on request by calling 1-833-208-4387.

Who runs the Dream Home Lottery?

The lottery is administered by Bluewater Health Foundation, licensed by the AGCO.

What if I have a gambling problem?

Help is available. Call the Ontario Problem Gambling Helpline – confidential, free, 24/7 support.

Save more with Ticket bundles!

DREAM
BIG

$175

6 DREAM HOME TICKETS

30 50/50 TICKETS

3 DREAM CALENDAR

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DREAM BIGGER

$350

16 DREAM HOME TICKETS

60 50/50 TICKETS

8 DREAM CALENDAR TICKETS

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DREAM BIGGEST

$600

35 DREAM HOME TICKETS

150 50/50 TICKETS

20 DREAM CALENDAR TICKETS

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