Curtis Geiger purchased a Calgary Stampede Showband 50/50 lottery ticket on July 11, 2026, only to discover weeks later that he had won $125,150. However, the Calgary Stampede informed him the 48-hour claim window had expired, preventing him from collecting his prize. Geiger expressed frustration, arguing the short deadline was unfair and not clearly communicated. The lottery operates under Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis (AGLC) regulations, which mandate strict timelines for claiming prizes. While the rules state winners may claim funds within 48 hours, Geiger claims the wording allowed ambiguity, as the ticket itself did not mention the time limit. Legal experts suggest he might have a breach of contract case, arguing the terms were not sufficiently clear to purchasers. The unclaimed prize money is distributed to the Calgary Marching Show Band Association. Geiger now considers legal options and aims to prevent others from facing similar issues. The incident highlights tensions between lottery operators and winners over strict claim deadlines, raising questions about consumer rights and transparent communication in gambling practices.