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Description
Low interest loans up to $15,000 to pay for the credentials, licensing, retraining or professional development that internationally trained professionals need to work in Canada

Loan may be used for
  • education and training programs of two years or less
  • fees for licensing and qualifying exams
  • credentials assessments
  • English or French language training
  • living allowance
  • relocation costs for employment
  • travel expenses to take courses or exams not available in client's area
  • books, course materials and work equipment
  • professional association fees
Eligibility
Adults 18 years and older who are permanent residents, provincial nominees, convention refugees, protected persons or Canadian citizens wishing to work in the same field they trained for outside of Canada or to apply transferable skills to a new career

  • must demonstrate that have a Career Success Plan that requires funding

  • cannot be used to start a business

Application Process
Call, email, or visit website for eligibility requirements and application process
  • apply online
Toll Free
1-855-423-2262 - Loan applications and inquiries
Office
416-360-4445
Website
Visit Website
Email
[email protected]
Mailing Address
165 Avenue Rd
Suite 300
Toronto, ON, M5R 3S4
Canada
Languages
Arabic, Bengali, English, French, Gujarati, Hindi, Punjabi, Russian, Shona, Spanish, Ukrainian, Urdu, Bemba
Fees
Loan repayment and interest charges
Documents Required
May vary; contact for information
Accessibility
Easy access to elevator ; Wheelchair accessible entrances at east and west ends of building
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Agency Information
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Copyright
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Last Updated On
March 12, 2024
Address
165 Avenue Rd, Suite 300
Toronto, ON, M5R 3S4
Cross street: Avenue Rd and Davenport Rd
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Hours of Operation
Mon
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Tue
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Wed
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Thu
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Fri
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm
Service Area(s)
Canada