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In joining Immigrant Networks, you took first step on your Canadian career journey, and now, Windmill Microlending can help you take the next one
Windmill Microlending is a Canadian non-profit offering low-interest career loans to help newcomers pay for the education they need to succeed in Canada. Since 2005, Windmill has supported over 12,500 immigrants and refugees to overcome underemployment and succeed in their careers.
We partner with institutions to help their members cover costs of tuition, accreditation, relocation and living costs. Our affordable loans are designed to meet the unique needs of immigrant clients, who often cannot access mainline credit, by providing a fixed interest rate that is lower than other financing options.
In joining Immigrant Networks, you took first step on your Canadian career journey, and now, Windmill Microlending can help you take the next one.
At Windmill, we know the process of getting your educational credentials recognized, getting licensed or retraining for a new career is an expensive one. But thanks to our partnership with Immigrant Networks, we can support you in achieving your Canadian career goals and can help you with the costs of accreditation, qualifying exams, education and more.
Windmill’s low-interest loans are exclusively for skilled immigrants and refugees to help them pay for things like credential assessments, fees for professional development programs, supplies, technology, child care, relocation costs and even a living allowance during your study period.
Our loans offer two years of interest-only payments and up to three years of
principal + interest payments depending on the length of your career plan.
As a Windmill client, you benefit from a range of services, including:
One-on-one coaching to support you on your career path
Career and educational resource supports
Financial planning and budgeting tools
The Windmill Mentorship Program
Exclusive access to our Community Success Hub
Growth in income
Newcomers take on low-income jobs to survive. Windmill helps our clients return to their trained profession to boost their income by over 3 times.
Historical repayment rate
Our affordable loans and repayment structure support clients like you. The impressive rate of repayment showcases our client's determination and the impact of their success.
Decrease in unemployment
As our borrowers take their next steps, employment opportunities soar upon loan repayment, marking the start of a remarkable journey and booming economy.
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