About the Conference
The 20th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management arrives in Toronto, Canada in 2026, marking two decades of advancing rigorous scholarship at the intersection of financial practice and academic inquiry. This milestone edition brings together a global community of researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to interrogate the forces reshaping how organizations account for value and manage financial risk. Through curated sessions, cross-disciplinary dialogue, and peer-driven debate, the conference aspires to chart meaningful directions for the field’s next chapter.
Conference Objectives
- Foster cross-border dialogue on emerging regulatory frameworks and their implications for corporate financial reporting standards
- Provide a dedicated platform for presenting original empirical, theoretical, and applied research in accounting and financial management
- Examine the transformative role of financial technology, AI-driven analytics, and automation in reshaping traditional accounting workflows
- Strengthen collaborative networks among academics, auditors, CFOs, and policy architects from diverse economic contexts
- Critically evaluate evolving sustainability accounting practices and the integration of ESG metrics into mainstream financial decision-making
- Identify skill gaps and pedagogical innovations that can better equip the next generation of accounting and finance professionals
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 specializing in accounting, auditing, or corporate finance
- Chief Financial Officers and senior finance executives seeking evidence-based strategic insights
- Doctoral candidates and postgraduate students presenting early-stage or completed dissertation research
- Certified public accountants and chartered accountants pursuing continuing professional development
- Regulatory officials and standard-setting body representatives engaged in financial governance
- Financial analysts and investment professionals exploring cutting-edge valuation methodologies
- Management consultants and fintech entrepreneurs working at the frontier of financial innovation
Select Ticket Type
Whether you are joining us as a presenting researcher, an industry delegate, or an accompanying guest, the registration options for the Toronto 2026 conference have been structured to accommodate a variety of participation needs and budgets. All listed ticket prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, ensuring complete transparency with no unexpected charges at checkout. We invite you to review the available categories carefully and select the option that best aligns with your role and planned engagement at the event.
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
Guaranteed Safe 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 of the 20th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management may request an official invitation letter to support travel arrangements and institutional approval processes. These letters are issued exclusively to individuals who have completed a verified registration and are intended to confirm participation in the Toronto 2026 event.
To obtain your invitation letter, please submit your request through the designated portal on the conference website after your registration payment has been processed and confirmed. The letter will include your name, affiliated institution, registration reference number, and the conference dates and location in Toronto, Canada, providing the documentation typically required by employers, grant bodies, or travel administrators.
Please note that the issuance of an official conference invitation letter serves solely as confirmation of your registered participation and does not in any way guarantee, influence, or substitute for a formal visa approval. All visa applications remain subject to the sole discretion of Canadian immigration authorities, and applicants are strongly advised to initiate their 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 20th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management is intentionally multidisciplinary in scope; accepted papers may span adjacent fields such as economics, business law, public administration, and data science where a substantive connection to accounting or financial management is demonstrated.
- Inclusion in the conference program is contingent upon the timely completion of registration and full payment of applicable fees; submission of a paper or expression of interest alone does not constitute confirmed attendance or a guaranteed speaking slot.
- The conference schedule, including keynote addresses, parallel sessions, and workshop timings, is subject to change; registered attendees are advised to consult the official program published on the conference website for the most current session assignments and room allocations.
Call for Papers – 20th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management
Scholars and practitioners worldwide are warmly invited to submit original contributions exploring any dimension of accounting theory, financial management, or related interdisciplinary themes for the 2026 Toronto edition. The conference program committee welcomes full papers, work-in-progress studies, and panel proposals that push the boundaries of conventional financial inquiry.
Accepted work will be published in the official conference proceedings and presented during the event in Toronto, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
|
|
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 submission received for the Toronto 2026 edition undergoes a rigorous double-blind peer review process conducted by an international panel of subject-matter experts drawn from leading universities and professional institutions. Reviewers evaluate manuscripts on criteria including originality, methodological soundness, clarity of argumentation, and relevance to advancing knowledge in accounting and financial 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.
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 Best Paper Award will be honored with a formally engraved certificate of excellence and prominent recognition across all official conference communications, including the proceedings publication and the event’s digital channels.
- Winning authors will also receive a complimentary fee waiver for a future edition of the conference, enabling continued engagement with the global accounting and financial management research community.
20th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management (AFM) – December 18-20, 2026 – Toronto, 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
- The 20th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management is intentionally multidisciplinary in scope; accepted papers may span adjacent fields such as economics, business law, public administration, and data science where a substantive connection to accounting or financial management is demonstrated.
- Inclusion in the conference program is contingent upon the timely completion of registration and full payment of applicable fees; submission of a paper or expression of interest alone does not constitute confirmed attendance or a guaranteed speaking slot.
- The conference schedule, including keynote addresses, parallel sessions, and workshop timings, is subject to change; registered attendees are advised to consult the official program published on the conference website for the most current session assignments and room allocations.
Venue
To be announced.
Contact Us
3 Massey Square #1803, 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
- The 20th International Conference on Accounting and Financial Management is intentionally multidisciplinary in scope; accepted papers may span adjacent fields such as economics, business law, public administration, and data science where a substantive connection to accounting or financial management is demonstrated.
- Inclusion in the conference program is contingent upon the timely completion of registration and full payment of applicable fees; submission of a paper or expression of interest alone does not constitute confirmed attendance or a guaranteed speaking slot.
- The conference schedule, including keynote addresses, parallel sessions, and workshop timings, is subject to change; registered attendees are advised to consult the official program published on the conference website for the most current session assignments and room allocations.