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By Chris Brown

Draw on April 3

Medalta 50/50 a hot ticket

Feb 22, 2021 | 2:21 PM

MEDICINE HAT, AB – One of southeastern Alberta’s most popular attractions is turning a 50/50 draw to raise money as it struggles through the COVID-19 pandemic.

On Facebook, Medalta says that only 33 per cent of its funding comes from government sources.

“The other 66% we earn, we rent, we make, we teach, we sell, and WE ASK. With COVID-19 changing the course of all of our lives, many of the events and programs that would help to keep Medalta’s doors open are not currently viable. With this exciting new lottery, we can raise money to supplement our revenue while also helping out a lucky winner with a cash prize.”

The draw was launched on Friday and already 1,543 tickets have been sold. The total in the pot is currently $2,180.

The winner of the draw could win up to $2,000. Tickets are one for $10, four for $20, 20 for $50 or 100 for $100.

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Sales will end April 1, with the draw made April 3.

Find more information and buy your tickets here.