He manages a butcher shop across the city and he's used to just being able to make ends 'meat.' But what's in his future is now a lot brighter than what he had in his past, after he won $14.5 million in Lotto 6/49.

Meet Jose Lima: Toronto's newest millionnaire.

What was his million dollar winning strategy? He chose the same numbers his father used to play.

Jose said he's only played the lottery a few times this year, but something told him to try his luck Wednesday. So he went and purchased 12 tickets - and one of them was the winner.

"Something told me to play yesterday," he said. "Believe it or not it's true."

The father of two is feeling pretty generous with his new found wealth. He said he's going to share the jackpot with his co-workers, giving each of them $5,000.

He'll also be sending money overseas to help his brother in need.

"I have a brother in Brazil. He's not in good condition. I want to help him. Maybe buy a house," Jose said while tearing up.

Family and friends couldn't be happier for Jose.

"I walked in [to work] first thing this morning and everyone had a big smile on their face," said Dave Lima, Jose's nephew.

"He was crying, nobody understood what he was saying on the phone. The place just went ecstatic. Everyone was just jumping around. Everyone was just happy for him. It couldn't have happened to a better man," explained relative Darcy Silva.

What have others who've had their numbers come up seen fit to do? According to Ontario Lottery and Gaming, most seem to fall into specific categories. The question for those still dreaming of a big score may be: which one reflects you?

What happened to the money for those who won $1 million or more?

90%: Put it in the bank
73%: Shared it with family or friends
65%: Bought a new car
60%: Paid off their debts
56%: Took a vacation
48%: Donated to charity
38%: Paid off mortgage
36%: Bought a house
31%: Paid for education for self/family
14%: Changed their overall lifestyle
7%: Bought a boat

What happened to their lifestyle?

43%: Retired, gave up their job, changed jobs, went to school or opened their own business.
49%: Were solicited for donations.
95%: Sought professional financial advice.

Source: Millward Brown in surveys with 298 winners of a million dollars or more between 1991 and 2005.