About Windmill Microlending
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 10,000 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
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access mainline credit, by providing a fixed interest rate that is lower than other financing options.
About Vancouver Career College
Vancouver Career College focuses on providing students with a strong academic foundation and
technical skills in a stimulating learning environment. In the Admissions section, you`ll learn about our
application process, admission requirements, scholarships and the student experience at Vancouver
Career College.
Arriving in Canada from India in 2018, Anoopriya and her husband knew no one when they arrived. The start
of their journey was hard, without familial support or credit history to rent an apartment. Anoopriya wanted to
continue her career as a Software Engineer but realized she needed to upskill to enter the Canadian job
market. Both Anoopriya and her husband were eligible for a Windmill loan. They were living on savings so
the financial support could not have come at a better time. “It was really helpful for us, getting the loan from
Windmill,” she states.
Anoopriya
Software engineer
What makes a Windmill loan unique?
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.
Loans up to $15,000
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Fixed low-interest rate
as low as 6.7%
Zero loan processing fees
Success coaching support and mentorship program
More than just a loan
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
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The Windmill Mentorship Program
Exclusive access to our Community Success Hub
Our impact on our clients
Over 3x
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.
95%
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.
75%
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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Arriving in Canada from India in 2018, Anoopriya and her husband knew no one when they arrived. The start
of their journey was hard, without familial support or credit history to rent an apartment. Anoopriya wanted to
continue her career as a Software Engineer but realized she needed to upskill to enter the Canadian job
market. Both Anoopriya and her husband were eligible for a Windmill loan. They were living on savings so
the financial support could not have come at a better time. “It was really helpful for us, getting the loan from
Windmill,” she states.
Anoopriya
Software engineer