About the Conference
The 1st International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership arrives in Toronto, Canada in 2026 as a landmark gathering dedicated to amplifying the voices, achievements, and innovations of women across global business landscapes. This inaugural edition creates a powerful convergence point for researchers, executives, entrepreneurs, and advocates who are actively reshaping the future of leadership. Together, participants will forge new knowledge, challenge systemic barriers, and co-create strategies that accelerate gender equity in boardrooms and beyond.
Conference Objectives
- Examine cutting-edge research on gender dynamics, leadership styles, and organizational culture transformation driven by women leaders
- Foster cross-sector dialogue between academia, industry, and policy communities to develop actionable frameworks for closing the gender leadership gap
- Showcase pioneering case studies of women-led enterprises that are redefining success metrics in domestic and international markets
- Critically analyze structural, cultural, and legislative barriers that continue to impede women’s advancement into senior executive and board-level roles
- Cultivate an international network of mentors, collaborators, and advocates committed to sustaining long-term gender equity initiatives
- Translate interdisciplinary scholarly findings into practical tools and policy recommendations that organizations can implement immediately
Who Should Attend
This conference brings together a vibrant mix of professionals, academics, and thought leaders from around the world.
- Academic researchers and faculty specializing in gender studies, organizational behavior, management, or business leadership
- Senior corporate executives and C-suite professionals championing diversity, equity, and inclusion within their organizations
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders seeking evidence-based strategies to scale women-led ventures globally
- Government officials and policymakers working on legislation that affects workplace equity and women’s economic empowerment
- Non-profit leaders and advocacy organization representatives advancing gender justice in professional environments
- Graduate and doctoral students conducting original research on women’s roles in business, economics, or leadership theory
- Human resources directors and organizational development consultants designing inclusive talent pipelines and retention strategies
Select Ticket Type
Whether you are joining us as a presenter sharing your latest research or as a delegate eager to engage with the global conversation on women in business and leadership, we have designed a range of registration options to accommodate diverse needs and professional backgrounds. All listed ticket prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so you can plan your participation with complete financial transparency. We invite you to review the available registration tiers and select the option that best aligns with your role, budget, and goals for this landmark inaugural event in Toronto.
Select Tickets Type:
Author (Early Bird)
US$499 US$599
Including all taxes
Author (Regular)
US$599
Including all taxes
Listener
US$499
Including all taxes
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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
Upon successful registration for the 1st International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership, participants who require an official invitation letter for travel or institutional purposes may formally request one through the conference secretariat. This letter serves as documentary confirmation of your accepted participation and outlines the conference details, dates, and venue in Toronto, Canada.
Invitation letters are issued solely to individuals who have completed the registration process and, where applicable, have had their abstract or full paper accepted by the scientific committee. The document is prepared on official conference letterhead and is intended to assist attendees in making travel arrangements, obtaining institutional approvals, or fulfilling administrative requirements.
Please be advised that the issuance of an official invitation letter by the conference organizing committee does not in any way guarantee the approval of a visa or entry permit to Canada. All visa applications are subject to the sole discretion of the relevant immigration authorities, and applicants are responsible for ensuring they meet all entry requirements independently.
Terms & Conditions
- Please note that all registration fees are non-refundable, non-negotiable, and non-transferable.
- Please make your own arrangements for visa (if applicable), accommodation and transportation.
- After verifying your successful payment, a regular invitation letter will be sent within 3 business days.
- Changes due to spelling or minor mistakes in the invitation letter will cost US$50.
- Invitation letter will not be provided for the Domestic Listener (Early Bird) ticket category.
Disclaimer
- The 1st International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership is a multidisciplinary forum welcoming contributions from a broad spectrum of academic and professional fields; inclusion of a paper or presenter does not imply institutional endorsement of any specific viewpoint, methodology, or finding presented at the event.
- Registration and payment confirm your intent to attend but do not constitute a guarantee of physical attendance; the organizing committee reserves the right to modify the program, speakers, or format in response to unforeseen circumstances, and registered participants will be notified of any significant changes as promptly as possible.
- While the conference program features a rich variety of parallel sessions, workshops, and keynote addresses, attendees acknowledge that simultaneous scheduling may make it impossible to attend every session, and the organizers are not liable for any inability to access specific presentations due to room capacity or scheduling constraints.
Call for Papers – 1st International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership
Scholars, practitioners, and thought leaders are warmly invited to submit their original work to this groundbreaking inaugural forum dedicated entirely to women in business and leadership. We welcome empirical studies, theoretical frameworks, comparative analyses, and practice-based insights that push the boundaries of what we know about gender, power, and professional excellence.
Accepted work will be published in the official conference proceedings and presented during the event in Toronto, Canada.
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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.
| 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
All submitted abstracts and full papers undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process conducted by an international scientific committee comprising leading scholars and practitioners in gender studies, business, and leadership. Reviewers evaluate submissions on the basis of originality, methodological rigor, relevance to the conference themes, and the potential contribution to advancing knowledge 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.
To submit your author paper, visit here.
Best Paper Award
The Best Paper Award will be announced at the conference closing session. The winner will be rewarded with:
- The recipient of the Best Paper Award will receive an officially engraved certificate of distinction alongside a complimentary full registration to the subsequent edition of the conference, recognizing their outstanding contribution to advancing scholarship on women in business and leadership
- Winning authors will also be granted priority consideration for fast-tracked publication of their paper in a partner peer-reviewed journal, providing exceptional visibility and academic impact for their research within the global scholarly community
1st International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership (WBL) – August 05-07, 2026 – Toronto, Canada
[Registration starts 1 PM, Gate closes 1:30 PM]
| 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 |
Day 3, optional City Tour (subject to availability). Participants wishing to join must confirm in advance, as an additional fee applies. To book, please contact the organizing committee.
Disclaimer
- The 1st International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership is a multidisciplinary forum welcoming contributions from a broad spectrum of academic and professional fields; inclusion of a paper or presenter does not imply institutional endorsement of any specific viewpoint, methodology, or finding presented at the event.
- Registration and payment confirm your intent to attend but do not constitute a guarantee of physical attendance; the organizing committee reserves the right to modify the program, speakers, or format in response to unforeseen circumstances, and registered participants will be notified of any significant changes as promptly as possible.
- While the conference program features a rich variety of parallel sessions, workshops, and keynote addresses, attendees acknowledge that simultaneous scheduling may make it impossible to attend every session, and the organizers are not liable for any inability to access specific presentations due to room capacity or scheduling constraints.
Venue
To be announced.
Contact Us
126 Crystal Ridge Dr, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1T9
E-mail: contact@internationalconference.ca
Participants are responsible for their own travel, accommodation, transportation, visa application and related expenses.
Keynote Speaker
Keynote speaker to be announced. Focus: global transformation, leadership, innovation, and strategic growth.
Terms & Conditions (Attendees & Sponsorships)
- Please note that all registration fees are non-refundable, non-negotiable, and non-transferable.
- Please make your own arrangements for visa (if applicable), accommodation and transportation.
- After verifying your successful payment, a regular invitation letter will be sent within 3 business days.
- Changes due to spelling or minor mistakes in the invitation letter will cost US$50.
- Invitation letter will not be provided for the Domestic Listener (Early Bird) ticket category.
Terms & Conditions (Notarized Invitation Letter)
- Voluntary Service: The provision of a Notarized Invitation Letter is an additional, voluntary service not directly linked to the main conference event.
- No Guarantee of Visa Approval: While this letter carries weight in many jurisdictions, its possession does not guarantee visa approval. The respective consulate or embassy determines visa approval.
- Non-refundable Service: The US$100 fee for the Notarized Invitation Letter is fixed and non-refundable, irrespective of whether the visa is approved or denied.
- Acceptance of Terms: You acknowledge and agree to these terms by requesting a Notarized Invitation Letter.
- Amendments to Terms: We reserve the right to change these terms at any point without notice.
- Processing Time: Upon verification of payment, a Notarized Conference Invitation Letter will be sent within 10 business days.
Disclaimer
- The 1st International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership is a multidisciplinary forum welcoming contributions from a broad spectrum of academic and professional fields; inclusion of a paper or presenter does not imply institutional endorsement of any specific viewpoint, methodology, or finding presented at the event.
- Registration and payment confirm your intent to attend but do not constitute a guarantee of physical attendance; the organizing committee reserves the right to modify the program, speakers, or format in response to unforeseen circumstances, and registered participants will be notified of any significant changes as promptly as possible.
- While the conference program features a rich variety of parallel sessions, workshops, and keynote addresses, attendees acknowledge that simultaneous scheduling may make it impossible to attend every session, and the organizers are not liable for any inability to access specific presentations due to room capacity or scheduling constraints.