Opportunity International Canada

About Us

ABOUT US

A pioneer in microfinance for poverty alleviation.

For more than two decades, our unwavering mission has been focused on providing a dignified way out of poverty’s grip. Since 1998, we’ve been committed to sustainable solutions that uplift people worldwide and enable them to work their way out of poverty.

We’re not just about statistics; we’re about stories of transformation. With your partnership, we’ve been able to expand and introduce innovative programs that truly break the cycle of poverty and enable people to build better lives for themselves and their families..

Picture this: entrepreneurs starting and growing small businesses, parents providing for their families, communities thriving with new job opportunities, and futures secured. The generosity of Canadian donors, coupled with robust partnerships, paves the way for this to happen.

Opportunity International Canada is proud to be part of a global network. We work alongside Supporting Members in five countries and collaborate with Implementing Partners in 33 nations worldwide.

Watch a message from our founder, David Stiller, on how Opportunity International Canada began.

For over 25 years, we've been working towards a
world where dignity and empowerment replace poverty.

1971

First Opportunity loan was given by a Canadian, Ross Clemenger, to Colombia

1984

Opportunity loans exceed $1 million in one year

1998

Opportunity International was founded in Canada

David Stiller incorporates Opportunity International in Canada.

1998

The Opportunity International Global Network is formed.

2000

Mobile Banks are formed to serve clients in remote places

2002

The world's first dedicated microinsurance program was created to that vulnerable clients were not wiped out by crisis.

2002

Agriculture Finance was launched

2004

Youth entrepreneurial program is piloted in the Dominican Republic

2007

Education Finance and Education Quality launches.

2007

Developing of Digital Financial Services reduces costs and increases access.

2013

Social Performance Management finalized to measure impact.

2015

Robert Lawless serves as Board Chair and Interim President & CEO

2015

Dale Patterson is appointed President & CEO

2018

Dan Murray joins the OIC Team as President & CEO

2020

John Mach is appointed Board Chair

Get in Touch

Opportunity International Canada
101-2275 Upper Middle Road East
Oakville, ON L6H 0C3

1.877.867.2448
connect@opportunityinternational.ca

Opportunity International Canada is a registered charity in Canada
#87751 6385 RR0001.

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