Conference Objectives
- Examine the evolving science of adaptive leadership in environments shaped by rapid technological disruption and workforce transformation
- Advance cross-disciplinary research connecting organizational psychology, systems thinking, and change management practice
- Provide a curated platform for early-career scholars to present new work alongside leadership experts
- Interrogate the human dimensions of change, including trust, resistance, identity, and culture, as core levers in sustainable organizational evolution
- Celebrate a decade of conference scholarship by synthesizing ten years of published insights into forward-looking research agendas
- Strengthen international academic-industry partnerships that accelerate the responsible implementation of transformational leadership models
Who Should Attend
Professors, senior managers, HR specialists, and doctoral researchers are all welcome to attend.
- University professors and researchers specializing in organizational behavior, leadership theory, or change management
- Chief executives, directors, and senior managers navigating large-scale organizational transformation initiatives
- HR professionals and talent development specialists designing leadership pipelines and culture-change programs
- Management consultants and organizational development practitioners seeking evidence-based frameworks
- Doctoral candidates and postgraduate researchers presenting dissertations or early-stage empirical studies
- Policy advisors and public-sector leaders managing institutional reform and governance change
- Executive coaches and facilitators integrating contemporary leadership research into their professional practice
Select Ticket Type
To accommodate the diverse community of scholars, practitioners, and students joining us in Pickering, the conference offers a range of ticket types designed to reflect your participation level and institutional context. Whether you are presenting a research paper or attending as a professional delegate, there is a registration option built for you. All listed ticket prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so the price you see is the price you pay, with no surprises at checkout.
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
Registered participants requiring formal documentation for travel or institutional purposes may request an official invitation letter from the conference secretariat. This letter confirms your acceptance and registration status and is issued promptly following completion of the registration process and payment verification.
Invitation letters are personalized documents that include your full name, institutional affiliation, presentation title where applicable, and the confirmed conference dates and venue in Pickering, Canada. To request your letter, please submit the required details through the designated form on the conference website, and the organizing team will process your request within the published turnaround timeframe.
Please be aware that while the conference secretariat will provide an authentic and detailed invitation letter to support your travel documentation, the issuance of this letter does not guarantee visa approval or entry into Canada. All visa applications are subject to the sole discretion of the relevant immigration authorities, and applicants are strongly advised to initiate the visa process well in advance of the conference dates.
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 – 10th International Conference on Leadership and Change Management
Scholars and practitioners worldwide are invited to submit original research, theoretical contributions, and applied case studies that push the boundaries of leadership and change management knowledge. The 10th edition particularly welcomes work that bridges disciplinary divides, challenges prevailing assumptions, or surfaces underrepresented voices in the global leadership conversation.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Pickering, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
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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 10th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Change Implementation and Project Delivery, Adaptive Leadership and Organizational Learning or Change Readiness and Transformation Capacity.
| 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 10th International Conference on Leadership and Change Management undergoes a double-blind peer review conducted by reviewers in the field. This process evaluates originality, methodological soundness, theoretical contribution, and relevance to the conference themes before any acceptance decision is communicated to authors.
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 and a complimentary full registration to the following edition of the conference, recognizing the significance of their scholarly contribution to the field of leadership and change management.
- Winning authors will be prominently featured in the official conference proceedings, highlighted across all post-conference communications and social channels, and extended a priority invitation to submit an expanded version of their work to a partner academic journal for expedited editorial review.
10th International Conference on Leadership and Change Management – December 18, 2026 – Pickering, Canada
[Registration starts 9 AM, Gate closes 9:30 AM]
| Time | Activity |
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| 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 10th International Conference on Leadership and Change Management is a multidisciplinary forum welcoming research from adjacent fields including organizational sociology, public administration, educational leadership, and behavioral economics—submission does not require exclusive alignment with a single disciplinary tradition.
- Receipt of a registration confirmation or acceptance notification does not constitute a guarantee of physical attendance; participants are responsible for securing all necessary travel documents, visas, and arrangements, and the organizers bear no liability for circumstances preventing attendance.
- The conference program encompasses multiple concurrent sessions and tracks; registered attendees are not automatically enrolled in all sessions and should consult the published schedule to plan their participation, as seat availability in certain workshops or special sessions may be limited.