Conference Objectives
- Explore current leadership models reshaping how organizations navigate disruption and uncertainty in 2026
- Encourage academic exchange between scholars advancing the science of change management
- Bridge the gap between leadership research and real-world implementation across industries and geographies
- Examine how inclusive, adaptive leadership styles contribute to sustainable organizational transformation
- Showcase empirical studies, case analyses, and interdisciplinary approaches that redefine change readiness
- Cultivate a network of experts committed to advancing the future of organizational leadership
Who Should Attend
It is built for change practitioners, organizational researchers, senior executives and talent development professionals.
- Organizational development consultants and change management practitioners seeking evidence-based methodologies
- Academic researchers and faculty specializing in leadership theory, organizational behavior, or management studies
- C-suite executives and senior managers steering enterprise-wide transformation initiatives
- Human resources and talent development professionals driving cultural and structural change
- Graduate and doctoral students pursuing advanced study in leadership or organizational management
- Policy makers and public sector leaders addressing governance and institutional reform
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders building adaptive, resilient leadership cultures from the ground up
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 6th International Conference on Leadership and Change Management in Pickering offers a range of thoughtfully structured ticket options designed to suit academics, practitioners, and students at every stage of their career. Whether you are presenting original research, attending as a delegate, or participating remotely through our hybrid platform, there is a registration tier tailored to your needs. All listed ticket prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so you can plan your participation with complete 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
Upon successful registration, delegates attending the 6th International Conference on Leadership and Change Management may request an official invitation letter issued by the conference secretariat. This letter confirms your registration status, participation dates, and the event’s location in Pickering, Canada, and is intended to support your travel planning and institutional approval processes.
Invitation letters are typically processed within three to five business days of verified registration and payment. The document will include relevant conference details and the delegate’s name as provided during registration. Requests should be submitted directly through the conference portal, and delegates are encouraged to apply well in advance of any institutional or travel deadlines.
Please note that the issuance of an official invitation letter by the conference organizers does not guarantee, imply, or substitute for a visa approval or any immigration decision. Visa applications remain entirely at the discretion of the relevant embassy or consular authority of Canada, and delegates are solely responsible for initiating and completing their own visa application process in a timely manner.
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 – 6th International Conference on Leadership and Change Management
Scholars, researchers, and practitioners worldwide are invited to submit their original work for presentation at the 6th International Conference on Leadership and Change Management in Pickering, Canada. We welcome full papers, works-in-progress, and case-based submissions that advance knowledge across leadership theory, change strategies, organizational culture, and related interdisciplinary domains.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Pickering, 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.
For the 6th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Leadership Styles and Change Outcomes, Leadership Effectiveness and Decision Quality or Stakeholder Engagement and Participation.
| 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 received for the 6th International Conference on Leadership and Change Management undergoes a double-blind peer review conducted by qualified reviewers in the relevant field. This process ensures that all accepted works meet high standards of scholarly integrity, methodological soundness, and contribution to advancing knowledge in leadership and change management.
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 along with prominent recognition in the official conference proceedings and across the conference’s international communications and social media channels
- Winning authors will be offered a complimentary featured profile in the post-conference digest distributed to the global attendee and subscriber network, amplifying their research visibility within the international leadership and change management scholarly community
6th International Conference on Leadership and Change Management – October 26, 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
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 6th International Conference on Leadership and Change Management is a multidisciplinary forum welcoming research and perspectives from a broad spectrum of fields including management science, organizational psychology, public administration, education leadership, and related disciplines — submissions are not limited to a single academic domain.
- Confirmed registration and payment constitute a delegate’s intent to attend; however, official attendance is recognized only upon physical or verified virtual check-in at the event, and the conference reserves the right to update logistical arrangements in accordance with venue and operational requirements.
- Access to specific sessions, workshops, or keynote events may be subject to scheduling, room capacity, or ticketing tier; delegates are encouraged to review the final program in advance and plan their session attendance accordingly, as the organizers cannot guarantee entry to every individual session for all attendees.