IGT Surpasses CAD$100 Million with Powerbucks in Québec
Canada.– May 6, 2026 – www.zonadeazar.com IGT reached a new milestone in Canada after Powerbucks surpassed CAD$100 million in cumulative jackpot payouts, driven by a life-changing win awarded at Casino Lac Leamy in Québec.
Overview
IGT announced that its award-winning Powerbucks™ omnichannel wide-area progressive system recently exceeded the CAD$100 million mark in cumulative jackpot payouts across Canada, strengthening its position as one of the gaming industry’s most successful jackpot products.
The milestone was achieved after a lucky player won a CAD$1,156,696.51 jackpot on Powerbucks Wheel of Fortune Cash Link™ Big Money at Casino Lac Leamy in Québec on April 24, 2026.
The achievement further reinforces Powerbucks’ legacy as one of the gaming industry’s most iconic omnichannel progressive jackpot products.
Details / Context
Since its launch in 2016, Powerbucks transformed the Canadian gaming market by becoming the industry’s first slot product to connect jackpot liquidity across land-based, online and mobile channels under a single shared progressive jackpot.
The system introduced both static and progressive jackpots with CAD$1 million reset values, allowing players to access life-changing prizes across multiple gaming environments and bet levels.
“Powerbucks has been a cornerstone of Loto-Québec’s slot offering for nearly a decade,” said Kevin Taylor, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Casinos and Gaming Halls at Loto-Québec.
Taylor added that being part of the CAD$100 million celebration represents a memorable moment for Casino Lac Leamy and its players, while also reflecting the game’s continued popularity both in land-based casinos and online environments.
Omnichannel Innovation and Player Experience
According to Chad Helm, Vice President of Sales, Canada and Oregon at IGT, Powerbucks continues delivering value for both operators and players through omnichannel jackpot experiences.
Helm highlighted that the system consistently fulfills its promise of awarding life-changing jackpots at any bet level while helping operators strengthen cross-platform player engagement across land-based and digital channels.
He also noted that reaching the milestone on a Wheel of Fortune-themed game adds special significance during the ongoing 30th anniversary celebration of Wheel of Fortune Slots.
Today, IGT remains the only supplier in the gaming industry offering fully integrated omnichannel WAP jackpot products.
Future Perspective
Powerbucks’ continued growth reflects how omnichannel gaming models are becoming increasingly important within the global gaming industry.
The convergence of land-based casinos, online gaming and mobile experiences is rapidly positioning itself as one of the sector’s main drivers of innovation and player loyalty.
With this latest milestone, IGT further strengthens its leadership in integrated progressive jackpot solutions and deepens its footprint within the Canadian market.
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