About the Conference
The 4th International Conference on Supply Chain Management convenes in Toronto, Canada in 2026 to unite researchers, industry pioneers, and policymakers around the most pressing transformations reshaping global supply networks. From resilience engineering to digital procurement, this edition is designed to spark rigorous dialogue at the intersection of theory and practice. Delegates will leave equipped with actionable frameworks, fresh empirical insights, and a powerful professional network spanning every continent.
Conference Objectives
- Examine how artificial intelligence and machine learning are redefining demand forecasting, inventory optimization, and supplier selection across complex global networks
- Explore strategies for building climate-resilient supply chains that balance sustainability imperatives with cost efficiency and regulatory compliance
- Investigate the role of blockchain and distributed ledger technologies in enhancing traceability, reducing fraud, and building end-to-end supply chain transparency
- Critically assess nearshoring and reshoring trends reshaping global manufacturing footprints in the wake of geopolitical disruption and pandemic-era vulnerabilities
- Advance interdisciplinary research connecting supply chain management with behavioral economics, data science, and humanitarian logistics
- Foster cross-sector collaboration between academia, government bodies, and private enterprises to co-develop next-generation supply chain standards and best practices
Who Should Attend
This conference brings together a vibrant mix of professionals, academics, and thought leaders from around the world.
- Academic researchers and doctoral candidates specializing in logistics, operations management, or supply chain analytics
- Chief supply chain officers and procurement directors seeking evidence-based strategies for operational transformation
- Technology vendors and solution architects developing AI-powered, IoT-enabled, or blockchain-based supply chain platforms
- Policy analysts and government officials involved in trade regulation, customs reform, or national supply chain resilience planning
- Sustainability consultants and ESG professionals working to decarbonize and ethicize global value chains
- Humanitarian and nonprofit logistics coordinators managing supply chains in crisis and low-resource environments
- Graduate students and early-career professionals looking to present original research and connect with global thought leaders
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 4th International Conference on Supply Chain Management in Toronto offers a range of ticket categories carefully structured to accommodate academics, practitioners, students, and virtual attendees alike. All listed registration prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, ensuring complete pricing transparency from the moment you select your preferred option. We encourage delegates to review each tier and choose the package that best aligns with their participation goals and professional needs.
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
Authors and delegates who require an official invitation letter for travel or institutional purposes may request one through the conference secretariat after completing their registration or receiving paper acceptance confirmation. The letter will be issued on official conference letterhead and will include relevant details such as the conference title, dates, location in Toronto, Canada, and the recipient’s role as a presenter or attendee.
Invitation letters are intended solely to support legitimate travel planning, visa applications, and institutional approval processes. Requests are processed in the order they are received, and applicants are advised to submit their requests well in advance of any visa appointment or institutional deadline to allow adequate processing time.
Please note that the issuance of an official invitation letter by the conference organizing committee does not guarantee visa approval or entry into Canada. All immigration and visa decisions rest exclusively with the relevant government authorities, and applicants are responsible for ensuring they meet all entry requirements independently of this letter.
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 4th International Conference on Supply Chain Management welcomes contributions from a broad spectrum of disciplines; presenters and attendees may come from fields including operations research, economics, engineering, information systems, and public policy, reflecting the inherently multidisciplinary nature of modern supply chain scholarship
- Registration and payment of conference fees confirm a delegate’s intent to attend but do not constitute a guaranteed reservation until full payment has been processed and an official confirmation email has been issued by the organizing committee
- The conference program is organized across multiple concurrent tracks and specialized sessions; attendance at every individual session cannot be guaranteed for all delegates, and the organizers reserve the right to adjust session schedules, merge tracks, or modify room assignments as logistical needs require
Call for Papers – 4th International Conference on Supply Chain Management
The 4th International Conference on Supply Chain Management warmly invites scholars and practitioners worldwide to submit original research, case studies, and conceptual papers that advance the frontiers of supply chain knowledge in 2026. We welcome submissions across all thematic tracks, encouraging bold interdisciplinary perspectives that challenge convention and drive the field forward.
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
Every manuscript submitted to the 4th International Conference on Supply Chain Management undergoes a rigorous double-blind peer review conducted by an international panel of subject-matter experts drawn from academia and industry. Reviewers evaluate submissions on the basis of originality, methodological soundness, relevance to the conference themes, and contribution to advancing supply chain knowledge.
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 be honored with an official award certificate and a featured spotlight in the conference’s post-event communications, including its newsletter and social media channels, amplifying their research to a global professional audience
- Winning authors will be offered a fast-track recommendation to submit their recognized paper to a prestigious affiliated journal for expedited peer review, providing a significant pathway toward high-impact publication in the supply chain management field
4th International Conference on Supply Chain Management (SCM) – August 26-28, 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 4th International Conference on Supply Chain Management welcomes contributions from a broad spectrum of disciplines; presenters and attendees may come from fields including operations research, economics, engineering, information systems, and public policy, reflecting the inherently multidisciplinary nature of modern supply chain scholarship
- Registration and payment of conference fees confirm a delegate’s intent to attend but do not constitute a guaranteed reservation until full payment has been processed and an official confirmation email has been issued by the organizing committee
- The conference program is organized across multiple concurrent tracks and specialized sessions; attendance at every individual session cannot be guaranteed for all delegates, and the organizers reserve the right to adjust session schedules, merge tracks, or modify room assignments as logistical needs require
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 4th International Conference on Supply Chain Management welcomes contributions from a broad spectrum of disciplines; presenters and attendees may come from fields including operations research, economics, engineering, information systems, and public policy, reflecting the inherently multidisciplinary nature of modern supply chain scholarship
- Registration and payment of conference fees confirm a delegate’s intent to attend but do not constitute a guaranteed reservation until full payment has been processed and an official confirmation email has been issued by the organizing committee
- The conference program is organized across multiple concurrent tracks and specialized sessions; attendance at every individual session cannot be guaranteed for all delegates, and the organizers reserve the right to adjust session schedules, merge tracks, or modify room assignments as logistical needs require