Ex-legion VP banned for life after stealing Chase the Ace lottery winnings twice
A former vice-president of a Halifax legion has lost his lottery licence after breaking Nova Scotia’s gaming laws. David Long was found to have taken home winnings from two Chase the Ace lotteries he helped organize. The province’s gaming authority has now barred him from holding any future lottery licences.
In 2023, Long won and kept a $24,594 jackpot from a Chase the Ace draw, despite rules prohibiting organizers from claiming prizes. He later used the money to cover personal bills and buy an SUV. The following year, he again violated the Gaming Control Act by collecting $814 from another lottery he ran.
A separate incident in 2024 involved Long’s sister-in-law being listed as the winner of a draw. Investigators found she had neither attended the event nor purchased a ticket. The legion itself received a $500 fine for its role in the 2024 lottery, which Long and his wife had overseen.
The gaming authority’s decision means Long can no longer hold a lottery licence in Nova Scotia. He has also stepped down from his position as vice-president of the legion.
The case has resulted in financial penalties for the legion and a permanent ban on Long’s involvement in licensed lotteries. His actions violated provincial gaming laws on multiple occasions, leading to his removal from both the lottery system and his legion role.
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