Conference Objectives
- Bring together leading accounting scholars and financial management practitioners to share cutting-edge empirical and theoretical research
- Examine how emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and blockchain are transforming auditing, reporting, and financial decision-making
- Explore the growing intersection of sustainability reporting, ESG disclosure standards, and corporate accountability frameworks
- Provide a structured platform for early-career researchers to present findings, receive expert feedback, and build lasting professional networks
- Foster dialogue between academia, standard-setting bodies, regulatory agencies, and corporate finance teams to bridge research and policy gaps
- Celebrate thirty years of intellectual progress in the field while charting a forward-looking agenda for the next decade of accounting and financial innovation
Who Should Attend
This conference brings together a vibrant mix of professionals, academics, and thought leaders from around the world.
- University professors and academic researchers specialising in accounting, auditing, or financial management
- Chief Financial Officers, controllers, and senior finance executives from multinational and mid-market corporations
- Certified public accountants, chartered accountants, and practising auditors seeking continuing professional development
- Doctoral candidates and postgraduate students conducting dissertation research in accounting or finance
- Representatives from financial regulatory bodies, taxation authorities, and standard-setting organisations
- Investment analysts, portfolio managers, and capital markets professionals interested in financial reporting quality
- Management consultants and fintech entrepreneurs working at the frontier of financial technology and digital transformation
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 30th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management in Mississauga is available through several carefully structured ticket tiers designed to suit academics, professionals, and students at every career stage. Each option provides full access to the conference programme, including keynote addresses, paper presentation sessions, and networking events, so delegates can select the package that best aligns with their participation goals. All displayed registration fees are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, ensuring complete pricing transparency from the moment you register.
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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
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 completing your registration for ICAFM 2027 in Mississauga, you may formally request an official invitation letter from the conference secretariat. This document is issued on conference letterhead and confirms your acceptance as a participant, presenter, or invited speaker, providing the details typically required by embassies and consular offices when processing travel documentation.
Our dedicated support team processes invitation letter requests promptly and can tailor the content to reflect the specific information required by the relevant consulate, including conference dates, venue address, your role at the event, and registration confirmation details. Requests should be submitted through the delegate portal along with your full name as it appears on your passport, institutional affiliation, and country of residence.
Please be aware that the issuance of an official invitation letter by the ICAFM 2027 organising committee does not guarantee the approval of a visa or entry permit by Canadian immigration authorities or any other governmental body. The decision to grant a visa rests solely with the relevant consular or immigration authority, and delegates are strongly encouraged to begin the visa application process 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
- ICAFM 2027 warmly welcomes submissions and attendees from all academic disciplines and professional backgrounds; the conference embraces multidisciplinary perspectives, and participation is not restricted to specialists in accounting or financial management alone.
- Registration and payment of the conference fee confirm your intent to attend but do not constitute a guarantee of physical attendance; delegates are responsible for making their own travel and accommodation arrangements, and the organising committee cannot be held liable for disruptions caused by force majeure, travel restrictions, or personal circumstances.
- The conference programme is structured across multiple parallel and plenary sessions spanning the full duration of the event; delegates should note that registration grants access to the overall conference and not to any single specific session, as scheduling is subject to change based on presenter availability and programme logistics.
Call for Papers – 30th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management
The 30th ICAFM invites original, unpublished manuscripts from researchers and practitioners around the globe who are pushing the boundaries of accounting science and financial management theory. Submissions will undergo rigorous double-blind peer review, and accepted papers will be considered for publication in the conference proceedings as well as partner scholarly journals.
Accepted work will be published in the official conference proceedings and presented during the event in Mississauga, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Corporate financial reporting quality
- IFRS and GAAP convergence challenges
- Forensic accounting and fraud detection
- Managerial accounting in digital firms
- Sustainability and ESG disclosure practices
- Blockchain applications in auditing
- Tax policy and corporate tax planning
- Public sector accounting reforms
- AI-driven financial forecasting models
- Earnings management and accrual analysis
- Capital structure and financing decisions
- Integrated reporting and value creation
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 ICAFM 2027 is evaluated through a rigorous double-blind peer review process, in which at least two independent subject-matter experts assess each paper for originality, methodological soundness, and contribution to the field of accounting and financial management. Authors receive constructive reviewer feedback regardless of the acceptance outcome, supporting the continuous improvement of scholarly work across the discipline.
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:
- The recipient of the ICAFM 2027 Best Paper Award will receive a formally engraved certificate of excellence, a complimentary full registration for the following year’s conference edition, and prominent recognition across all official conference publications, the website, and social media channels reaching the global accounting and finance research community.
- Shortlisted best paper nominees will be highlighted in the conference programme and invited to present their work in a dedicated high-visibility plenary slot, maximising exposure to senior academics, journal editors, and industry leaders in attendance — a distinction that can meaningfully enhance the author’s scholarly profile and publication prospects.
30th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management (AFM) – March 09-11, 2027 – Mississauga, 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 |
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
- ICAFM 2027 warmly welcomes submissions and attendees from all academic disciplines and professional backgrounds; the conference embraces multidisciplinary perspectives, and participation is not restricted to specialists in accounting or financial management alone.
- Registration and payment of the conference fee confirm your intent to attend but do not constitute a guarantee of physical attendance; delegates are responsible for making their own travel and accommodation arrangements, and the organising committee cannot be held liable for disruptions caused by force majeure, travel restrictions, or personal circumstances.
- The conference programme is structured across multiple parallel and plenary sessions spanning the full duration of the event; delegates should note that registration grants access to the overall conference and not to any single specific session, as scheduling is subject to change based on presenter availability and programme logistics.
Venue
To be announced.
Contact Us
3 Massey Square, East York, Ontario M4C 5L5, Canada
E-mail: contact@internationalconference.ca
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
- ICAFM 2027 warmly welcomes submissions and attendees from all academic disciplines and professional backgrounds; the conference embraces multidisciplinary perspectives, and participation is not restricted to specialists in accounting or financial management alone.
- Registration and payment of the conference fee confirm your intent to attend but do not constitute a guarantee of physical attendance; delegates are responsible for making their own travel and accommodation arrangements, and the organising committee cannot be held liable for disruptions caused by force majeure, travel restrictions, or personal circumstances.
- The conference programme is structured across multiple parallel and plenary sessions spanning the full duration of the event; delegates should note that registration grants access to the overall conference and not to any single specific session, as scheduling is subject to change based on presenter availability and programme logistics.