November 24, 2021 11:00 a.m.

Staff with the Oregon Lottery are reminding residents that no matter what time of year it is, people must be at least 18 years old to play Lottery games.

A release said each holiday season, Oregon Lottery ticket sales experience a spike as people buy tickets as stocking stuffers, gift tags, and easy-to-give gifts. The release said if the gift is a Lottery ticket, the recipient must be at least 18 years old.

Oregon Lottery Senior Marketing Product Manager Stacy Shaw said, “While we put added emphasis on this during the holidays, It is simply part of how we promote our games year-round”. Shaw said, “We believe that responsible gaming is for all customers, all the time”.

The release said during this season, the Oregon Lottery and lotteries worldwide are partnering with the National Council on Problem Gambling and High-Risk behaviors at Canada’s McGill University to promote giving lottery tickets responsibly. The Oregon Lottery has been part of this annual campaign for over a decade.