About the Conference
The 8th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership arrives in Toronto, Canada in 2026 as a defining gathering for professionals committed to reshaping the corporate and entrepreneurial landscape through gender-inclusive practices. This edition builds on seven years of groundbreaking dialogue, bringing together the most progressive minds to challenge structural barriers and celebrate trailblazing achievements. Scholars, executives, and advocates will converge to co-create actionable strategies that elevate women across every tier of organizational life.
Conference Objectives
- Examine the evolving role of women in C-suite and board-level decision-making across global industries
- Investigate systemic barriers to gender equity in entrepreneurship, finance, and technology sectors
- Showcase original empirical research on leadership styles, mentorship ecosystems, and career advancement pathways for women
- Foster cross-sector partnerships between academia, government bodies, and private enterprises committed to gender-inclusive policy
- Debate the intersectionality of race, culture, and gender in shaping women’s professional trajectories worldwide
- Develop forward-looking frameworks that equip organizations to measure, report, and accelerate gender diversity outcomes
Who Should Attend
This conference brings together a vibrant mix of professionals, academics, and thought leaders from around the world.
- Female executives and senior managers seeking peer-driven leadership development
- Academic researchers specializing in gender studies, organizational behavior, and business management
- Human resources and diversity & inclusion professionals driving workplace transformation
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders building gender-equitable business models
- Policy makers and government advisors working on women’s economic empowerment legislation
- MBA students and early-career professionals aspiring to leadership roles in competitive industries
- Non-profit and NGO representatives advocating for women’s rights within corporate and community settings
Select Ticket Type
The 8th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership offers a carefully structured range of registration options designed to accommodate academics, practitioners, and students at every career stage and budget. Each ticket tier provides access to curated sessions, networking opportunities, and conference materials, with all applicable taxes already included in the displayed price — no hidden costs at checkout. We invite you to review the available packages and select the option that best aligns with your participation goals in Toronto 2026.
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Author (Early Bird)
US$499 US$599
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Author (Regular)
US$599
Including all taxes
Listener
US$499
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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, the conference secretariat is pleased to provide official invitation letters to attendees who require documentation for travel planning, institutional approval, or funding applications. These letters are issued on conference letterhead and confirm your accepted participation status, presentation role if applicable, and the dates and location of the event in Toronto, Canada.
To request an invitation letter, attendees must first complete their registration and payment process in full. Requests are typically processed within five to seven business days, and the letter will be delivered electronically to the email address provided during registration. Presenters with accepted abstracts or papers are strongly encouraged to request their letters early to allow ample time for institutional and travel arrangements.
Please note that while the conference invitation letter serves as an official document confirming your participation in the 8th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership, it does not guarantee the issuance of a visa or entry permit by any government or immigration authority. All visa decisions rest solely with the relevant embassy or consulate, and applicants are advised to initiate their visa applications well in advance of the conference dates.
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 8th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership is a multidisciplinary forum that welcomes contributions from a wide range of academic and professional fields; inclusion of a submission does not imply endorsement of any specific viewpoint, methodology, or institutional affiliation by the organizing committee.
- Registration and payment confirm your intent to attend and reserve your place in the conference program; however, attendance is subject to each participant’s ability to fulfill travel, visa, and personal obligations, and the organizers bear no liability for circumstances preventing individual participation.
- While the conference program is carefully curated to provide maximum value, the organizing committee reserves the right to adjust session schedules, formats, or speaker assignments without prior notice, and registered attendees are encouraged to remain flexible and monitor official communications for the most current program details.
Call for Papers – 8th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership
The 8th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership warmly invites scholars, practitioners, and thought leaders to submit original contributions that interrogate, illuminate, and advance the discourse on women’s roles in business and organizational leadership. We welcome full papers, case studies, and panel proposals that offer fresh empirical, theoretical, or policy-driven perspectives ahead of our 2026 Toronto gathering.
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 submission to the 8th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership undergoes a rigorous double-blind peer review process, evaluated by an international scientific committee comprising established scholars and practitioners in gender studies, business, and leadership. This process ensures that all accepted works meet the highest standards of academic integrity, originality, and relevance to the conference’s thematic scope.
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:
- Recipients of the Best Paper Award will receive a personalized certificate of excellence co-signed by the conference chairs, along with prominent recognition in the official conference proceedings and across all post-event communications and social media platforms.
- Winning authors will be extended a priority invitation to submit their recognized work to a partner peer-reviewed journal for an expedited review process, providing a distinguished pathway to high-impact publication following the Toronto 2026 conference.
8th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership (WBL) – September 25-27, 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 8th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership is a multidisciplinary forum that welcomes contributions from a wide range of academic and professional fields; inclusion of a submission does not imply endorsement of any specific viewpoint, methodology, or institutional affiliation by the organizing committee.
- Registration and payment confirm your intent to attend and reserve your place in the conference program; however, attendance is subject to each participant’s ability to fulfill travel, visa, and personal obligations, and the organizers bear no liability for circumstances preventing individual participation.
- While the conference program is carefully curated to provide maximum value, the organizing committee reserves the right to adjust session schedules, formats, or speaker assignments without prior notice, and registered attendees are encouraged to remain flexible and monitor official communications for the most current program details.
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 8th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership is a multidisciplinary forum that welcomes contributions from a wide range of academic and professional fields; inclusion of a submission does not imply endorsement of any specific viewpoint, methodology, or institutional affiliation by the organizing committee.
- Registration and payment confirm your intent to attend and reserve your place in the conference program; however, attendance is subject to each participant’s ability to fulfill travel, visa, and personal obligations, and the organizers bear no liability for circumstances preventing individual participation.
- While the conference program is carefully curated to provide maximum value, the organizing committee reserves the right to adjust session schedules, formats, or speaker assignments without prior notice, and registered attendees are encouraged to remain flexible and monitor official communications for the most current program details.