Become a human resources professional in Canada with a Windmill loan

Get approved for a career loan with a fixed interest rate as low as 6.7%.

If you’re an internationally trained human resources professional, a Windmill loan can assist with your career-related expenses, enabling you to start practicing again.

Why should you apply for a Windmill loan?

We know starting over in Canada can be tough. You may be working a survival job, wondering when you’ll be working in your profession again. Getting re-accredited or re-licensed can be costly, but Windmill, a registered charity, is here to help.


As a non-profit, we are offering low-interest career loans with a fixed 6.7% rate - one of the lowest rates available. Unlike payday loans with sky-high rates, and even big banks can’t offer this affordability, Windmill’s loans are specifically designed to support skilled immigrants like you.


Beyond financing, Windmill provides career coaching, mentorship and money management training to help you succeed. Our mission is to get you back to your profession and living the Canadian dream you came for.

What can a Windmill loan be used for?

From examination fees to childcare costs and living expenses1 , while you study, a Windmill loan can cover the varied costs of accreditation, education and training that are essential for you to advance your career in Canada.

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.

Qualifying exams
Training courses
Relocation costs
Books and materials
Assessments
Living allowances
Professional association fees

What makes a Windmill loan unique?

Loans up to $15,000

Fixed low-interest rate
as low as 6.7%

Zero loan processing fees

Free career coaching and mentorship program

Check your eligibility and get a free quote!

Take our one-minute loan eligibility quiz to find out if you qualify. You can also get a free quote by calculating what your loan payment would be.

Note: No credit check is required for the quiz or quote, so your score won’t be affected. A credit check will only occur at the end of your application.

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%

Repay their loan in full

The affordability of our loans and the flexibility of our repayment structure contribute to our clients' success in completing their payments.

76%

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.


Here are some of the clients who benefited from a Windmill loan

As a social worker, Anoop understands the importance of supporting those who are in need. When he and his family arrived in Canada from India, his master’s degree wasn’t recognized or valued by employers. In a difficult financial situation, Anoop needed help and after being referred to Windmill Microlending by his university professor, he found it.

Anoop

Social Worker

Learn more about becoming a human resource professional in Canada

The human resources profession is regulated in some parts of Canada meaning employers may prefer candidates with HR designations like CHRP (Certified Human Resources Professional), CHRL (Certified Human Resources Leader) or CHRE (Certified Human Resources Executive) offered through the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA). HR professionals with these certifications have experienced greater income growth and career advancement opportunities.

Download our free guides and resources to help you understand how to become a human resource professional in Canada.

Start your application today!