1981

• Loto-Québec implements a program to provide grants and subsidies to students and teachers studying the phenomena of compulsive gambling and gaming in general.

1982

• June 12: The first pan-Canadian terminal-based lottery is launched. Named Lotto 6/49, it is offered to consumers weekly. The jackpot is initially $500,000.
  
  
• Loto-Québec takes becomes responsible for the secretarial position of the International Association of State Lotteries, today called the World Lottery Association.

1983

• La Mini and L’Inter tickets are produced by computer using a state-of-the-art technique that offers security advantages.
  
  
• Loto-Québec moves to 500 Sherbrooke Street West in Montréal.

1984

• The national frenzy created by the accumulated jackpot of nearly $14 million makes Lotto 6/49 Canada’s most popular game.

1985
David Clark is appointed President.

• Lotto 6/49 becomes bi-weekly.
  
  
• The Federal Government guarantees the provinces exclusive jurisdiction over lotteries and gambling in exchange for a contribution of $100 million to the Calgary Olympics.