TURNING POTENTIAL TO PROSPERITY
About Oasis Lending
OUR STORY
We built what we needed when we arrived.
Founded in 2023, Oasis Lending Group was born out of a lived reality: the gap that exists between ambition and access for newcomers to Canada. When talented individuals arrive with degrees, skills, and drive but no Canadian credit history, traditional lenders close the door.
We opened a different one. As a not-for-profit, we are not driven by profit margins. We are driven by the belief that where you come from should never determine how far you can go. Our programs exist to remove the financial friction standing between immigrants and their next chapter.
Today, we serve international students, skilled immigrants, and refugees across Canada, providing not just loans, but mentorship, career resources, and a community that genuinely wants to see them thrive.
Our Vision
A Canada where every immigrant, regardless of background or credit history, has equal access to educational and career success. We're building toward a more diverse and equitable society, one loan at a time.
Our Commitment
We are committed to equity. We see our clients' potential rather than their credit score. Every program we offer, every event, every mentorship pairing, is built to create lasting impact and opportunity, not just transactions.
Our Mission
To provide affordable loans and holistic career support to international students, skilled immigrants, and refugees. We break down systemic barriers and offer real resources, from funding to mentorship, so our clients can move forward.
WHAT DRIVES US
Our Vision & Principles
Everything we do is guided by one goal: a Canada where all immigrants have equal access to educational attainment and career success.
PROGRAMS & SUPPORT
More Than a Lender. A Partner in Your Journey.
Oasis provides affordable Bridge Loans of up to $10,000 CAD to help international students, skilled immigrants, and refugees achieve their education and career goals. But our support doesn't stop at funding.
Client Success Coaching — Personalized guidance to keep you on track throughout your journey.
Dedicated Mentorship Program — One-on-one connections with experienced professionals who understand your path.
Career Development Resources — Workshops, job search tools, resume reviews, and interview prep.
Career-Advancing Networking — Access to events and communities that open professional doors in Canada.
Jade Addai
Director, Marketing & Digital Transformation
Debora Njilayi
Manager, Communications & Strategic Initiatives
Attah Salifu
Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Ome Pius
Co-founder & Chief Operating Officer
Emmanuel Ideva
Director, Finance & Technology Development
OUR TEAM
Meet the Change-Makers
At Oasis, we are more than a lender; we are a committed partner in your journey to success.
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