About the Conference
The 12th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership arrives in Toronto, Canada in 2026 as a landmark gathering dedicated to amplifying the voices, strategies, and innovations of women shaping the global business landscape. This edition builds on a decade of transformative dialogue, bringing together trailblazers, researchers, and policymakers to confront persistent barriers and celebrate measurable progress. Together, participants will forge actionable frameworks that accelerate gender equity across industries, boardrooms, and entrepreneurial ecosystems worldwide.
Conference Objectives
- Examine evidence-based strategies for dismantling systemic barriers that hinder women’s advancement into senior leadership roles across diverse industries
- Showcase groundbreaking research on gender equity, pay parity, and inclusive organizational cultures that drive measurable business performance
- Facilitate cross-sector collaboration between academics, corporate executives, NGOs, and policymakers committed to sustainable gender-inclusive growth
- Highlight the entrepreneurial journeys of women-led ventures and explore funding ecosystems, mentorship models, and scaling pathways unique to their context
- Investigate the intersection of technology, digital transformation, and women’s leadership — including AI, fintech, and remote-work dynamics
- Cultivate an international network of advocates and change-makers who will carry conference insights back to their organizations and communities
Who Should Attend
This conference brings together a vibrant mix of professionals, academics, and thought leaders from around the world.
- Senior executives and C-suite leaders championing gender-inclusive corporate strategies
- Academic researchers and scholars specializing in gender studies, business, and organizational behavior
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders building women-led or women-focused ventures
- HR directors and diversity, equity, and inclusion professionals driving workplace transformation
- Government officials and policymakers crafting legislation around gender equity and labor rights
- Non-profit leaders and advocates advancing women’s economic empowerment at local and global levels
- Graduate students and early-career professionals seeking mentorship, networks, and research exposure in women’s leadership
Select Ticket Type
Joining the 12th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership in Toronto is as seamless as choosing the registration tier that best reflects your participation goals — whether you are presenting research, attending as a professional delegate, or joining us virtually from another part of the world. Each ticket option has been thoughtfully structured to provide exceptional value, with full transparency in pricing; all applicable taxes are already included in the listed rates. Review the available packages below and secure your place at one of 2026’s most anticipated gatherings for women in business and leadership.
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
To support international delegates traveling to Toronto for the 12th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership, the conference organizing committee is pleased to provide official invitation letters upon successful registration. These letters are issued on conference letterhead and confirm your participation, registration status, and the dates of the event, serving as formal documentation for your travel planning purposes.
Requesting an invitation letter is straightforward — once your registration payment is confirmed and your submission or attendance is verified, you may submit a formal request through the delegate services portal on the conference website. The letter will be personalized with your full name, institutional affiliation, and relevant conference details, and will typically be dispatched within five business days of your request being received.
Please be advised that while the conference organizing committee is committed to providing accurate and timely invitation letters to all eligible registered delegates, the issuance of such a letter does not guarantee the approval of a visa or entry permit by Canadian immigration authorities. All visa decisions rest solely with the relevant government body, and delegates are strongly encouraged 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 12th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership is a multidisciplinary platform that welcomes research and perspectives from a broad spectrum of fields — including but not limited to business administration, public policy, sociology, economics, law, and technology — and the inclusion of any paper should not be interpreted as an endorsement of specific viewpoints by the organizing committee
- Successful submission of an abstract or full paper does not constitute confirmation of attendance at the conference; all presenting authors and delegates must complete the formal registration process and fulfill payment obligations to secure their place at the event in Toronto, Canada
- The conference program is subject to logistical adjustments, and while every effort will be made to honor scheduled session times and room allocations, the organizing committee reserves the right to reschedule sessions, merge tracks, or modify speaker slots as necessary to ensure the smooth running of the overall event
Call for Papers – 12th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership
The 12th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership warmly invites scholars, practitioners, and thought leaders to submit original work that challenges conventions and expands the frontier of knowledge in gender equity and women’s leadership. Whether your contribution takes the form of empirical research, case studies, theoretical frameworks, or policy analyses, we encourage submissions that inspire dialogue and drive real-world change in Toronto 2026.
Accepted work will be published in the official conference proceedings and presented during the event in Toronto, 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.
| 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 12th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership undergoes a rigorous double-blind peer review process, ensuring that evaluations are conducted impartially by at least two independent experts in the relevant field. This commitment to scholarly integrity guarantees that accepted works meet the highest standards of originality, methodological soundness, and contribution to the advancement of women’s leadership research.
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 formally engraved certificate of excellence and prominent recognition across all official conference publications, the event website, and post-conference proceedings — offering lasting visibility within the global academic and professional community
- Winning authors will also be invited to submit an expanded version of their awarded paper for expedited consideration in a curated selection of partner journals and edited volumes focused on gender equity and women’s leadership, providing a distinguished pathway for broader scholarly impact
12th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership (WBL) – October 27-29, 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 12th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership is a multidisciplinary platform that welcomes research and perspectives from a broad spectrum of fields — including but not limited to business administration, public policy, sociology, economics, law, and technology — and the inclusion of any paper should not be interpreted as an endorsement of specific viewpoints by the organizing committee
- Successful submission of an abstract or full paper does not constitute confirmation of attendance at the conference; all presenting authors and delegates must complete the formal registration process and fulfill payment obligations to secure their place at the event in Toronto, Canada
- The conference program is subject to logistical adjustments, and while every effort will be made to honor scheduled session times and room allocations, the organizing committee reserves the right to reschedule sessions, merge tracks, or modify speaker slots as necessary to ensure the smooth running of the overall 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 12th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership is a multidisciplinary platform that welcomes research and perspectives from a broad spectrum of fields — including but not limited to business administration, public policy, sociology, economics, law, and technology — and the inclusion of any paper should not be interpreted as an endorsement of specific viewpoints by the organizing committee
- Successful submission of an abstract or full paper does not constitute confirmation of attendance at the conference; all presenting authors and delegates must complete the formal registration process and fulfill payment obligations to secure their place at the event in Toronto, Canada
- The conference program is subject to logistical adjustments, and while every effort will be made to honor scheduled session times and room allocations, the organizing committee reserves the right to reschedule sessions, merge tracks, or modify speaker slots as necessary to ensure the smooth running of the overall event