Conference Objectives
- Advance the theoretical frontiers of human resource management through cross-disciplinary academic exchange
- Examine the impact of artificial intelligence and automation on talent acquisition, workforce planning, and employee experience
- Encourage dialogue between HR researchers and senior practitioners to accelerate the adoption of evidence-based people management strategies
- Spotlight emerging models of organizational culture, psychological safety, and employee well-being in hybrid and distributed work environments
- Strengthen global networks among HR professionals, academics, and policy makers operating across diverse regional contexts
- Identify actionable pathways for building equitable, inclusive, and future-ready workplaces that respond to shifting demographic and economic realities
Who Should Attend
Expected participants include people officers, workforce planners, organizational psychologists and business school faculty.
- Human resource directors and chief people officers seeking research-backed strategic insights
- Academic researchers and doctoral candidates publishing in organizational behavior and HRM disciplines
- Talent acquisition specialists and workforce planners navigating competitive labor markets
- Organizational psychologists and occupational health consultants
- HR technology vendors and people-analytics platform developers
- Labor relations professionals, employment law attorneys, and compliance officers
- Business school faculty and graduate students in management, industrial relations, and organizational studies
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 42nd International Conference on Human Resource Management in Richmond Hill offers a range of delegate packages thoughtfully designed to accommodate academics, practitioners, and students at different stages of their careers and budgets. Each ticket tier provides access to a curated selection of keynotes, paper sessions, and networking events, ensuring exceptional value whichever option you select. All displayed registration fees are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so the price you see is the price you pay.
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 delegates who require formal documentation to support travel arrangements may request an official invitation letter from the conference secretariat. This letter confirms your acceptance to the 42nd International Conference on Human Resource Management, details the event dates and venue in Richmond Hill, Canada, and is provided on official letterhead to assist with employer approvals, grant applications, and travel logistics.
To initiate your invitation letter request, you must first complete full registration and payment through the conference portal. Once your registration is verified, the secretariat will issue your personalized letter within three to five business days. Delegates are encouraged to submit their requests well in advance of any visa application deadlines to allow sufficient processing time.
Please note that the invitation letter issued by the conference organizing committee serves solely as evidence of your acceptance and registration status. It is a supporting document for your personal travel arrangements and does not constitute a guarantee, endorsement, or promise of visa approval by any government authority or embassy. Visa decisions rest entirely with the relevant immigration authorities of Canada, and delegates are responsible for meeting all entry requirements applicable to their nationality.
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 – 42nd International Conference on Human Resource Management
Authors are invited to submit original, unpublished research contributions that push the boundaries of human resource management theory and practice for consideration in the 42nd edition’s peer-reviewed programme. The conference welcomes empirical studies, conceptual frameworks, comparative analyses, and practitioner case studies that illuminate critical challenges and opportunities in contemporary people management.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Richmond Hill, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- AI-driven talent acquisition systems
- Strategic workforce planning models
- Psychological safety and team performance
- Diversity equity and inclusion metrics
- Remote and hybrid work governance
- Employee well-being and burnout prevention
- People analytics and HR data ethics
- Compensation equity and pay transparency
- Succession planning and leadership pipelines
- Organizational learning and upskilling
- Employment relations and labor law reform
- HR transformation and digital integration
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 42nd edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example AI-driven talent acquisition systems, Psychological safety and team performance or Compensation equity and pay transparency.
| 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 full-paper submission to the 42nd International Conference on Human Resource Management undergoes a double-blind peer review process, with each manuscript evaluated by reviewers in the field. Reviewers assess submissions on the basis of originality, methodological soundness, contribution to HRM theory or practice, and clarity of argumentation before acceptance decisions are 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 co-signed by the conference chairs, along with a complimentary full registration waiver for the following edition of the International Conference on Human Resource Management.
- Winning papers will be prominently featured in the conference’s official post-event communications, shared across its international academic network, and fast-tracked for invitation to submit an extended version to a partnering HRM journal, providing exceptional visibility for the authors’ research within the global HR scholarly community.
42nd International Conference on Human Resource Management – June 09, 2027 – Richmond Hill, 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 42nd International Conference on Human Resource Management welcomes submissions and participants from all disciplines whose work intersects with people management, organizational behavior, labor relations, and related fields — reflecting its commitment to multidisciplinary scholarly exchange.
- Possession of a registration confirmation or invitation letter does not constitute a guarantee of physical attendance; delegates are responsible for securing appropriate travel documents, visas, and meeting all entry requirements for Canada, and the organizing committee cannot be held liable for travel disruptions or denial of entry.
- The conference programme is subject to refinement; session times, speaker assignments, and room allocations may be adjusted prior to or during the event, and registered delegates are advised to monitor official communications and the conference website for the most current scheduling information.