International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is marked every year on October 17.
It is a day to raise awareness about the global issue of poverty?and how it is a violation
of human rights and of human dignity. The day also honours the courage of people
living in poverty and their everyday struggles.
Opportunity International Canada empowers families to leave poverty behind for good. We provide financial products, services and?training along their paths toward new lives filled with strength, hope, resilience and the power to achieve their dreams.?
The work of Opportunity International Canada is empowering people living in poverty to transform their lives, their children’s futures and their communities.
18.7 Million
clients are now working?their way out of poverty.
30 countries
worldwide are home to the?clients that we serve.
97%
of clients being supported by our programs are women.?
We are thrilled to announce that Opportunity International Canada has once again been named one of the Top 100 Charities in 2021 by Charity Intelligence. It’s because of people just like you that allow us to press forward in aiding people to break the cycle of poverty.
Through your support, Opportunity?International Canada is truly making an?impact on those living in poverty.?Hope is restored, families are strengthened, and?communities are thriving.
$2.53 Billion
was loaned?to?clients in 2021.
7.4 Million
clients reached with loans?in 2021.
14.7 Million
clients now access savings in 2021.