Reasons for refusing relocation

Canadian research firm Ipsos Reid has just released the results of its poll on why Canadians refuse to relocate for work. Unsurprisingly, family and friends top the list.

38% of respondents said they do not want to leave their friends and family, while 33% cited an unappealing compensation offer, with a 10% increase not enough to justify moving. Satisfaction with their current job followed (27%), as well as the partner’s inability to join them.

Among those who would consider moving to another city for work, more than half (55%) would do it for more money. 26% would consider it for the adventure potential, and 26% if it were a good career opportunity. Better compensation was also the main reason for which some agreed to move (49% of people polled), followed by better quality of life (32%) and better living conditions (29%). According to the poll, only one Canadian in five would be ready to change cities for professional reasons, and one in ten to switch countries.

Internationally, when asked if they would agree to move for a minimum of two years, with at least a 10% increase and funding for the cost of relocation, married people (34%) earning a low income (34%) and with low skills (33%) were the most likely to accept.