Conference Objectives
- Examine emerging leadership models that respond to rapidly evolving organizational and societal landscapes
- Explore evidence-based change management methodologies that minimize resistance and maximize workforce engagement
- Facilitate knowledge exchange between academic researchers and frontline change practitioners across global contexts
- Highlight the intersection of ethical leadership, organizational culture, and sustainable transformation outcomes
- Identify how digital transformation and AI are redefining the competencies required of modern leaders
- Cultivate an international network of professionals dedicated to advancing leadership theory and applied change practice
Who Should Attend
Planned with chief executives, change consultants, public sector administrators and non-profit leaders in mind.
- Chief executives and senior organizational leaders steering enterprise-wide transformation initiatives
- Change management consultants and organizational development specialists
- Academic researchers and faculty specializing in leadership, management, and behavioral sciences
- Human resources directors and talent development professionals
- Government and public sector administrators overseeing institutional reform
- MBA students and emerging leaders seeking exposure to current leadership scholarship
- Non-profit executives and social sector leaders driving mission-centered change
Select Ticket Type
The 4th International Conference on Leadership and Change Management offers a thoughtfully structured range of registration options designed to accommodate diverse professional and budgetary needs, from early-career researchers to senior executives. Whether you are presenting or attending in person on the Pickering campus, there is a ticket type suited to your goals. All listed registration fees are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so you can plan your attendance with complete financial transparency.
Registration Fees
- Early Bird Author Registration – US$499 For authors keen on availing a $100 discount on the regular registration fee, early bird registration is recommended.
- Regular Author Registration – US$599 If the early bird deadline has been missed, authors can opt for the regular registration process.
- Listener Registration – US$499 Individuals interested in attending the conference to expand their knowledge and network can register as listeners.
What Registration Includes
- Admission to the conference sessions
- Conference materials
- Presentation opportunity for eligible authors and speakers
- Certificate of participation or presentation for eligible registered participants
- Networking access
- Conference photo session
- Official registration confirmation
- Invitation letter support for eligible registered participants
- Refreshments or meal items as confirmed in the final venue package
Invitation Letter Support
To support international participants in their travel planning, the organizing committee of the 4th International Conference on Leadership and Change Management is pleased to provide official invitation letters upon successful registration. These letters formally confirm your participation in the Pickering 2026 edition and are intended to assist with institutional approvals, travel bookings, and funding applications.
Requests for invitation letters should be submitted through the official conference portal following the completion of registration and payment. The letter will include your name, affiliation, presentation details where applicable, conference dates, and the Pickering venue information, providing the documentation most commonly required by employers, universities, and grant bodies.
Please note that while the conference organizing committee is happy to issue official invitation letters to registered participants, the provision of such a letter does not guarantee visa approval or entry into Canada. Visa decisions rest solely with the relevant immigration authorities, and applicants are strongly encouraged to initiate their visa applications well in advance of the conference dates.
Before You Register
- Registration fees are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another person. If your visa is refused, you get 50% off one new registration for a later edition in your name.
- Your invitation letter is emailed within 3 to 5 business days after your payment is verified.
- You arrange your own visa, travel and accommodation.
Call for Papers – 4th International Conference on Leadership and Change Management
Scholars, researchers, and experts are invited to submit original contributions that advance the frontiers of leadership and change management knowledge for the 2026 Pickering edition. The conference welcomes empirical studies, conceptual frameworks, case analyses, and interdisciplinary perspectives that challenge assumptions and inspire new directions in the field.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Pickering, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
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Paper and Abstract Submission
Authors are invited to submit abstracts, research papers, case studies, review papers or professional practice presentations.
All submissions are reviewed before acceptance. Submitted work should be original and not previously published.
For the 4th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Strategic Leadership for Organizational Growth, Ethical and Inclusive Leadership Models or Leadership Under Crisis and Uncertainty.
| Submission Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Abstract | A concise summary of the research, case study or presentation topic |
| Full Paper | A complete academic or professional paper |
| Case Study | A practical business, management or economic case analysis |
| Review Paper | A literature-based research or industry review |
| Professional Presentation | A practice-based presentation from professional experience |
Submission Guidelines
- Submissions must be written in English.
- Submissions must be original and relevant to the conference theme.
- Abstracts should clearly describe the purpose, method, findings and relevance of the work.
- Full papers should normally be between 4 and 12 pages.
- Authors must complete registration after acceptance to confirm participation.
Peer Review Details
Every manuscript submitted to the 4th International Conference on Leadership and Change Management is evaluated through a double-blind peer review process, with assessments carried out by reviewers in the field who appraise each submission for scholarly originality, methodological integrity, and contribution to leadership and change management discourse. Authors receive constructive reviewer feedback regardless of the acceptance outcome, supporting the ongoing development of high-quality research in the field.
To know more about our peer review details, visit here.
Submission Form
Note: If you are interested in participating as an author, you must submit your paper through the Author Paper Submission Form before completing the payment and registration.
Best Paper Award
The Best Paper Award will be announced at the conference closing session. The winner will be rewarded with:
- Recipients of the Best Paper Award will receive a certificate of excellence alongside a featured profile in the conference’s post-event publications and digital communications, amplifying their research reach within the global leadership and change management community.
- Award-winning authors will be offered a priority invitation to submit an expanded version of their recognized paper to the conference’s affiliated journal partners, providing a distinguished pathway to high-impact academic publication.
4th International Conference on Leadership and Change Management – September 25, 2026 – Pickering, Canada
[Registration starts 9 AM, Gate closes 9:30 AM]
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Registration and networking |
| 10:00 AM – 10:20 AM | Opening remarks |
| 10:20 AM – 11:00 AM | Keynote session |
| 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM | Technical Session 1 |
| 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM | Lunch break |
| 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM | Technical Session 2 |
| 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM | Coffee break |
| 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Panel discussion and audience Q&A |
| 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM | Certificate distribution and photo session |
| 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Networking session |
Venue
To be announced.
Contact Us
International Conference Inc.
3 Massey Square, East York, Ontario M4C 5L5, Canada
E-mail: [email protected]
Keynote Speaker
Keynote speaker to be announced. Focus: global transformation, leadership, innovation, and strategic growth.
Conference Terms
- Name or spelling changes to an issued invitation letter cost US$50.
- A notarized invitation letter is an optional extra service (US$100), sent within 10 business days after payment. It supports a visa application but does not guarantee approval.
Terms and ConditionsRefund PolicyNotarized Invitation Letter
Disclaimer
- The 4th International Conference on Leadership and Change Management embraces a multidisciplinary ethos; submissions and attendees from fields beyond core management — including sociology, psychology, public policy, technology, and education — are welcomed, as the conference recognizes that leadership challenges transcend any single discipline.
- Registration and payment confirm your intent to attend but do not constitute a guaranteed place in specific workshops or capacity-limited sessions; attendees are encouraged to indicate session preferences early to support effective scheduling and planning.
- The conference program is subject to modification; while every effort is made to deliver sessions as published, speaker availability, scheduling constraints, or unforeseen circumstances may result in changes to session times, formats, or content, and the organizing committee reserves the right to make such adjustments as necessary.