About the Conference
The 9th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership arrives in Toronto, Canada in 2026 as a defining gathering for professionals committed to reshaping the landscape of gender equity in commerce and corporate governance. This milestone edition brings together visionary thinkers, practitioners, and scholars whose collective ambition is to accelerate measurable progress for women across every tier of organizational life. Through rigorous academic exchange and candid professional dialogue, attendees will leave equipped with strategies that translate insight into lasting institutional change.
Conference Objectives
- Examine the structural and cultural barriers that continue to limit women’s advancement into senior executive and board-level positions across global industries
- Showcase cutting-edge research on gender-responsive leadership models, pay equity frameworks, and inclusive organizational design
- Facilitate cross-sector collaboration between academics, policymakers, and business leaders to co-create actionable equity agendas
- Amplify diverse voices from emerging economies, Indigenous communities, and underrepresented groups within the broader women-in-leadership discourse
- Critically assess the role of mentorship, sponsorship, and allyship programs in sustaining long-term career trajectories for women professionals
- Explore the intersection of technology, entrepreneurship, and gender, with particular focus on women-led innovation ecosystems and digital economies
Who Should Attend
This conference brings together a vibrant mix of professionals, academics, and thought leaders from around the world.
- Senior corporate executives and C-suite leaders championing gender diversity within multinational and mid-sized organizations
- Academic researchers and faculty specializing in gender studies, organizational behavior, management, and business ethics
- Entrepreneurs and founders of women-led startups seeking global networks and research-backed growth strategies
- Human resources directors and diversity, equity, and inclusion officers driving workforce transformation initiatives
- Government officials, policymakers, and public sector administrators shaping gender-equity legislation and labor policy
- Non-profit leaders and advocates working at the intersection of women’s economic empowerment and social justice
- Graduate students and early-career professionals eager to build academic credentials and professional connections in women’s leadership fields
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 9th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership in Toronto offers several thoughtfully structured options designed to accommodate academics, industry professionals, and students at every career stage. All listed registration rates are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so delegates can plan their participation with complete financial transparency and no unexpected costs at checkout. We invite you to review the available categories and select the tier that best reflects your professional context and level of engagement with the conference program.
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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, delegates to the 9th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership may formally request an official invitation letter from the conference secretariat. This document is prepared to assist attendees in securing institutional support, travel funding approvals, or any administrative clearances required by their home organization or university.
The invitation letter is issued on official conference letterhead and includes pertinent details such as the delegate’s name, the confirmed dates of the event, the Toronto venue, and the nature of the delegate’s participation—whether as a presenter, session chair, or general attendee. Requests should be submitted through the designated portal on the conference website, accompanied by proof of completed registration.
It is important for all delegates to understand that the issuance of an official conference invitation letter is provided solely as a courtesy document to support travel and administrative processes. The conference organizing committee and its affiliates do not guarantee, influence, or bear responsibility for visa approval decisions, which rest exclusively with the relevant immigration and consular authorities of Canada and the applicant’s respective country.
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 9th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership embraces a genuinely multidisciplinary ethos; submissions and attendees spanning business, sociology, public policy, law, psychology, and allied fields are equally valued, and the program is designed to honor the breadth and complexity of perspectives that advance gender equity in professional life.
- Completion of the registration process and receipt of a confirmation email constitutes the sole official verification of attendance; delegates are advised to retain this confirmation for all travel, visa, and institutional reimbursement purposes, as the secretariat cannot guarantee responses to individual verification requests submitted outside the official registration system.
- While the conference program is curated with care, the organizing committee reserves the right to modify session schedules, speaker lineups, or thematic tracks in response to unforeseen circumstances; registered attendees are encouraged to monitor official communications and the conference website for the most current program information ahead of the Toronto event.
Call for Papers – 9th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership
Scholars and practitioners are warmly encouraged to submit original contributions that interrogate, challenge, and advance our collective understanding of women’s roles in business and leadership for the 2026 Toronto edition. We welcome empirical studies, theoretical frameworks, case analyses, and interdisciplinary perspectives that push the boundaries of conventional discourse in this vital field.
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 9th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership undergoes a rigorous double-blind peer review, evaluated by at least two independent subject-matter experts selected from the conference’s international scientific committee. This process ensures that accepted contributions meet the highest standards of scholarly integrity, methodological soundness, and relevance to the evolving discourse on women’s leadership globally.
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 an individually engraved certificate of excellence and prominent recognition across all official conference publications, the event website, and post-conference communications distributed to the global Women in Business and Leadership community
- Winning authors will be invited to submit an expanded version of their honored paper for expedited consideration in a select partner journal, providing an accelerated pathway to high-impact publication and significantly broader academic visibility within the field
9th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership (WBL) – October 04-06, 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 9th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership embraces a genuinely multidisciplinary ethos; submissions and attendees spanning business, sociology, public policy, law, psychology, and allied fields are equally valued, and the program is designed to honor the breadth and complexity of perspectives that advance gender equity in professional life.
- Completion of the registration process and receipt of a confirmation email constitutes the sole official verification of attendance; delegates are advised to retain this confirmation for all travel, visa, and institutional reimbursement purposes, as the secretariat cannot guarantee responses to individual verification requests submitted outside the official registration system.
- While the conference program is curated with care, the organizing committee reserves the right to modify session schedules, speaker lineups, or thematic tracks in response to unforeseen circumstances; registered attendees are encouraged to monitor official communications and the conference website for the most current program information ahead of the Toronto event.
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 9th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership embraces a genuinely multidisciplinary ethos; submissions and attendees spanning business, sociology, public policy, law, psychology, and allied fields are equally valued, and the program is designed to honor the breadth and complexity of perspectives that advance gender equity in professional life.
- Completion of the registration process and receipt of a confirmation email constitutes the sole official verification of attendance; delegates are advised to retain this confirmation for all travel, visa, and institutional reimbursement purposes, as the secretariat cannot guarantee responses to individual verification requests submitted outside the official registration system.
- While the conference program is curated with care, the organizing committee reserves the right to modify session schedules, speaker lineups, or thematic tracks in response to unforeseen circumstances; registered attendees are encouraged to monitor official communications and the conference website for the most current program information ahead of the Toronto event.