Our Economic Contribution

Loto-Québec's economic contribution to the collectivity is considerable. The Corporation’s clientele, business partners and employees all benefit from its economic contribution, as do the Government and provincial taxpayers alike.

Where Loto-Québec’s earnings went in 2009-2010

$1.252 billion in dividends paid to the Québec Government

$994.1 million in prizes paid out to lottery and bingo winners

$360.5 million in commissions and remuneration paid to network bingo, video lottery and bingo partners

$399.4 million paid in goods and services purchased from companies conducting business in Québec

$413.1 million paid in employee salaries and benefits

$236.8 million in taxes and special levies paid to various levels of government

Last update: June 17, 2010

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