Adaptability

The Adaptability Factor is one of the six factors for which points are awarded by Canadian Immigration Officers in determining whether a Skilled Worker / Professional applicant will be accepted or refused.

Points are awarded on the Adaptability Factor on the basis of factors which are expected to improve an applicant's ability to become economically established in Canada as follows:

Adaptability	Points
Spouse's or common-law partner's education	3-5 points
Minimum one year of full-time authorized work in Canada	5 points
Minimum two years of full-time authorized post-secondary study in Canada	5 points
Informal job offer in Canada	0
Points received under the Arranged Employment Factor	5 points
Family relationship in Canada	5 points