About the Conference
The 2nd International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning brings together forward-thinking executives, researchers, and policymakers in Toronto, Canada to redefine how organizations navigate an era of unprecedented disruption. This gathering serves as a crucible for ideas that bridge rigorous academic inquiry with the operational realities faced by businesses and institutions worldwide. Participants will leave equipped with evidence-based frameworks, expanded professional networks, and a sharper strategic lens for 2026 and beyond.
Conference Objectives
- Foster cross-sector dialogue on emerging strategic planning methodologies adapted for volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) environments
- Examine how digital transformation and AI-driven analytics are reshaping long-term organizational planning cycles
- Highlight case studies from diverse industries demonstrating measurable outcomes of innovative strategic management practices
- Advance scholarly discourse by connecting cutting-edge research findings directly to practitioner challenges and decision-making processes
- Explore ethical dimensions and sustainability imperatives that modern strategic frameworks must incorporate to remain relevant
- Cultivate international research collaborations that produce actionable, policy-relevant insights for governments, enterprises, and non-profit organizations
Who Should Attend
This conference brings together a vibrant mix of professionals, academics, and thought leaders from around the world.
- Senior corporate strategists and C-suite executives seeking evidence-based planning models
- Academic researchers specializing in management science, organizational behavior, and strategic theory
- Government officials and public-sector planners responsible for national and regional development strategies
- MBA and doctoral students pursuing advanced knowledge at the intersection of strategy and leadership
- Management consultants looking to benchmark their methodologies against global best practices
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders building scalable strategic frameworks from the ground up
- Policy analysts and think-tank professionals focused on institutional reform and strategic governance
Select Ticket Type
Whether you are joining us as a presenting author, an engaged listener, or a networking-focused professional, our registration tiers are designed to match your level of involvement and budgetary considerations for the Toronto 2026 conference. All listed ticket prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so the amount you see is precisely the amount you pay — no hidden charges at checkout. We invite you to review the available options and select the package that best aligns with your conference goals.
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 your travel planning and administrative requirements, the conference secretariat can issue an official invitation letter upon successful registration and full payment of the applicable conference fee. This letter confirms your participation status and provides details about the event dates, venue location in Toronto, Canada, and your role — whether as a presenter, session chair, or general attendee.
Invitation letters are dispatched electronically within three to five business days of registration confirmation and are formatted to meet common institutional and embassy documentation standards. If your organization or funding body requires specific information to be included in the letter, please contact the secretariat promptly with your requirements so the document can be tailored accordingly.
Please be advised that while the conference invitation letter serves as a formal acknowledgment of your accepted participation and may support a visa application to Canada, the issuance of this letter does not guarantee visa approval in any form. Visa decisions rest entirely with the relevant Canadian immigration authorities, and attendees 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
- The 2nd International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning is designed as a multidisciplinary platform; accepted submissions may draw from adjacent fields including organizational theory, public administration, economics, and technology management, reflecting the inherently integrative nature of strategic thinking.
- Registration and payment confirmation constitute the attendee’s formal commitment to participate; the organizing committee reserves the right to reallocate session slots or adjust scheduling logistics if an attendee fails to confirm attendance within the stipulated deadline prior to the event.
- Registered participants are responsible for monitoring the official conference program, as session times, room assignments, and speaker order may be subject to change; the organizers encourage all attendees to review the finalized schedule upon its release and plan their participation accordingly.
Call for Papers – 2nd International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning
Scholars and practitioners are invited to submit original, unpublished work that interrogates the evolving landscape of strategic management and planning across industries, geographies, and organizational scales. The 2026 Toronto edition particularly welcomes interdisciplinary contributions that challenge conventional wisdom and propose novel frameworks with real-world applicability.
Accepted work will be published in the official conference proceedings and presented during the event in Toronto, Canada.
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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 2nd International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning is evaluated through a structured double-blind peer review process, ensuring that neither authors nor reviewers are aware of each other’s identities during assessment. Review panels are composed of internationally recognized experts in strategic management, organizational studies, and allied disciplines who evaluate submissions against criteria of scholarly rigor, originality, and practical relevance.
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 recognized during the closing ceremony with an engraved certificate of distinction and prominent feature in the official post-conference communications distributed to the global attendee network and partner institutions
- Winning authors will receive a complimentary registration credit applicable to any future edition of the conference series, honoring their scholarly contribution and encouraging their continued engagement with the international strategic management research community
2nd International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning (SMP) – August 13-15, 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 2nd International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning is designed as a multidisciplinary platform; accepted submissions may draw from adjacent fields including organizational theory, public administration, economics, and technology management, reflecting the inherently integrative nature of strategic thinking.
- Registration and payment confirmation constitute the attendee’s formal commitment to participate; the organizing committee reserves the right to reallocate session slots or adjust scheduling logistics if an attendee fails to confirm attendance within the stipulated deadline prior to the event.
- Registered participants are responsible for monitoring the official conference program, as session times, room assignments, and speaker order may be subject to change; the organizers encourage all attendees to review the finalized schedule upon its release and plan their participation accordingly.
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 2nd International Conference on Strategic Management and Planning is designed as a multidisciplinary platform; accepted submissions may draw from adjacent fields including organizational theory, public administration, economics, and technology management, reflecting the inherently integrative nature of strategic thinking.
- Registration and payment confirmation constitute the attendee’s formal commitment to participate; the organizing committee reserves the right to reallocate session slots or adjust scheduling logistics if an attendee fails to confirm attendance within the stipulated deadline prior to the event.
- Registered participants are responsible for monitoring the official conference program, as session times, room assignments, and speaker order may be subject to change; the organizers encourage all attendees to review the finalized schedule upon its release and plan their participation accordingly.