The Windmill loans may be used to fund your Career Success Plan, which could include:
Note: A Windmill loan cannot be used for business start-up costs and/or to pay off other debt or debt consolidation.
1 Living allowance will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
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*Learning Institutions outside of Canada are not eligible unless a Canadian professional body recognizes the program for licensing purposes.
A Windmill loan cannot be used for the following:
The loan review process can take up to 10 to 15 business days after we receive your complete application, including all supporting documents. This timeline may vary depending on your individual situation, how quickly you provide all required documents, and how soon you book your coaching session. The coaching session helps us understand your need for the loan, as well as your plan for study, exams, or credential assessments.
Yes, we will pull your credit history as it shows how well you manage money and repay loans in Canada. Most banks and lenders use credit scores to understand a person’s financial health. At Windmill, we check your credit history through Equifax. When you filled out the Windmill application, you gave us permission to do this by clicking the consent box.
However, if you are new to Canada and don’t have a credit score yet, that’s okay. Even if your credit score is zero, we can still assess your loan application. We’re here to support newcomers and understand that building credit takes time.
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