Conference Objectives
- Examine the evolving landscape of women’s representation in C-suite and board-level positions across global industries
- Showcase cutting-edge research on gender-responsive leadership models and their measurable impact on organizational performance
- Facilitate cross-sector dialogue on closing the gender pay gap through evidence-based policy and corporate accountability
- Amplify the voices of women entrepreneurs navigating funding inequities and scaling ventures in competitive markets
- Explore intersectionality in leadership—addressing how race, culture, and identity shape women’s professional trajectories
- Cultivate a global alumni network of advocates committed to institutionalizing gender equity beyond the conference floor
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 diversity and inclusion within multinational corporations
- Academic scholars and graduate researchers specializing in gender studies, organizational behavior, and business leadership
- Women entrepreneurs and startup founders seeking funding insights, mentorship, and international partnership opportunities
- Human resources directors and talent acquisition professionals designing equitable workplace policies
- Government officials and policymakers advancing gender equity legislation in labor and business sectors
- Non-profit leaders and NGO representatives driving grassroots and systemic change for women in the workforce
- Early-career professionals and students aspiring to leadership roles who seek mentorship and global networking
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the Mississauga 2026 conference is structured to accommodate the diverse professional backgrounds and budgetary considerations of our global delegate community. Whether you are joining us as a presenting researcher, a senior executive, or an emerging professional eager to engage with the field’s brightest minds, there is a registration tier designed with your needs in mind. All listed ticket prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so you can plan your participation with complete financial transparency.
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
Upon completing your registration for the 20th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership in Mississauga, 2026, the organizing secretariat can issue an official invitation letter confirming your participation. This document is prepared on conference letterhead and includes your name, affiliation, presentation details where applicable, and the dates and venue of the event, serving as formal evidence of your acceptance into the program.
Invitation letters are typically dispatched within five to seven business days of verified registration and full payment. Delegates are encouraged to apply for their letters well in advance of any visa application deadlines, as processing times at embassies and consulates can vary considerably depending on the applicant’s country of residence. Our team remains available to address queries or provide supplementary documentation where reasonably possible.
Please be advised that the issuance of an invitation letter by the conference organizing committee does not in any way guarantee the approval of a visa or travel authorization by Canadian immigration authorities or any other relevant government body. The decision to grant entry rests solely with the appropriate authorities, and the conference assumes no responsibility for outcomes related to visa applications.
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 Women in Business and Leadership is intentionally multidisciplinary in scope, welcoming submissions and participants from fields including management, public policy, sociology, economics, education, healthcare, and technology—any discipline that intersects meaningfully with gender equity and leadership development.
- Completing the registration process and receiving a confirmation email constitutes attendance confirmation for the conference; however, delegates are responsible for making their own travel, accommodation, and logistical arrangements, as registration alone does not constitute a guarantee of specific session availability or seating.
- While the conference program spans multiple concurrent tracks and sessions, individual delegates may find it impractical to attend every scheduled session; the organizing committee reserves the right to adjust the timetable, combine sessions, or reschedule speakers where circumstances require, without prior individual notification.
Call for Papers – 20th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership
We invite scholars, practitioners, and thought leaders from around the globe to submit original contributions that push the boundaries of knowledge on women in business and leadership for this historic 20th edition. Whether your work challenges conventional wisdom, presents empirical findings, or offers innovative frameworks, the Mississauga 2026 stage is where your ideas deserve to be heard.
Accepted work will be published in the official conference proceedings and presented during the event in Mississauga, 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 submission to the 20th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership undergoes a rigorous double-blind peer review conducted by an international panel of subject-matter experts, ensuring that accepted works meet the highest standards of scholarly integrity and relevance. Reviewers evaluate each manuscript on the basis of originality, methodological soundness, contribution to the field, and clarity of argument 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.
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 be honored during a dedicated awards ceremony at the conference gala, receiving a premium engraved trophy, an official certificate of excellence, and prominent recognition across all conference publications and digital platforms reaching thousands of professionals worldwide.
- Winning authors will also be granted complimentary fast-track consideration for publication in a curated post-conference special issue of a partner academic journal, amplifying the reach and scholarly impact of their recognized work well beyond the Mississauga venue.
20th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership (WBL) – December 21-23, 2026 – 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
- The 20th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership is intentionally multidisciplinary in scope, welcoming submissions and participants from fields including management, public policy, sociology, economics, education, healthcare, and technology—any discipline that intersects meaningfully with gender equity and leadership development.
- Completing the registration process and receiving a confirmation email constitutes attendance confirmation for the conference; however, delegates are responsible for making their own travel, accommodation, and logistical arrangements, as registration alone does not constitute a guarantee of specific session availability or seating.
- While the conference program spans multiple concurrent tracks and sessions, individual delegates may find it impractical to attend every scheduled session; the organizing committee reserves the right to adjust the timetable, combine sessions, or reschedule speakers where circumstances require, without prior individual notification.
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
- The 20th International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership is intentionally multidisciplinary in scope, welcoming submissions and participants from fields including management, public policy, sociology, economics, education, healthcare, and technology—any discipline that intersects meaningfully with gender equity and leadership development.
- Completing the registration process and receiving a confirmation email constitutes attendance confirmation for the conference; however, delegates are responsible for making their own travel, accommodation, and logistical arrangements, as registration alone does not constitute a guarantee of specific session availability or seating.
- While the conference program spans multiple concurrent tracks and sessions, individual delegates may find it impractical to attend every scheduled session; the organizing committee reserves the right to adjust the timetable, combine sessions, or reschedule speakers where circumstances require, without prior individual notification.