An Ottawa resident is starting 2026 with life-changing news after being named the grand prize winner of a major charity lottery supporting the local children's hospital.
A Dream Home in Manotick Awarded
Aimee Savard was officially announced as the winner of the CHEO Dream of a Lifetime Lottery on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. Her prize is a stunning, brand-new Minto Dream Home located in the Ottawa community of Manotick.
The winner was revealed in a ceremony, with Savard present to receive the keys to her new property. The home is a fully furnished and custom-built residence, representing the top prize in the annual fundraising initiative.
Supporting Pediatric Healthcare in the Region
The primary purpose of the CHEO Dream of a Lifetime Lottery is to generate crucial funds for the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO). As a cornerstone pediatric healthcare and research centre, CHEO relies on community support and fundraising efforts like the lottery to enhance its services, programs, and facilities for children and families across the region.
Each ticket purchase contributes directly to this mission, making winners like Savard participants in a larger effort to support child health.
A New Chapter Begins for the Winner
While specific details about Aimee Savard's personal reaction were not fully disclosed in the initial announcement, winning such a prize typically marks a significant and positive turning point. Taking possession of a fully-furnished, mortgage-free dream home provides immense financial security and opens new possibilities for the winner and her family.
The lottery continues to be one of the most anticipated charitable events in the Ottawa area, successfully blending the chance for a life-altering prize with the opportunity for the community to give back to its vital children's hospital.
