Conference Objectives
- Examine current leadership models reshaping how organizations navigate complex, rapidly shifting environments
- Encourage cross-disciplinary collaboration between management researchers, organizational psychologists, and industry practitioners
- Critically evaluate change management methodologies and their real-world effectiveness across diverse institutional contexts
- Highlight emerging research on adaptive leadership, resilience-building, and the human dimensions of organizational transformation
- Create a platform for debating ethical considerations and equity imperatives embedded in contemporary change initiatives
- Accelerate global knowledge exchange by connecting academic findings with frontline leadership experiences from multiple sectors
Who Should Attend
Whether you advise on change, research leadership, run a company or lead public reform, this conference is for you.
- Organizational development specialists and change management consultants
- Academic researchers and faculty specializing in leadership, management, and organizational behavior
- Senior executives and C-suite leaders driving corporate transformation strategies
- Human resources directors and talent development professionals
- Government policy advisors and public sector reform leaders
- Doctoral candidates and early-career scholars publishing in leadership and management fields
- Non-profit directors and social enterprise leaders managing mission-driven change
Select Ticket Type
Securing your place at the 3rd International Conference on Leadership and Change Management is straightforward with our clearly structured registration tiers, each designed to match your professional profile and engagement needs. Whether you are an early-career researcher, an established academic, or an industry practitioner, there is a registration category crafted to maximize the value you derive from your Toronto experience. All listed registration fees are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so the price you see is precisely what 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
Upon acceptance of your paper or registration confirmation, the organizing committee of the 3rd International Conference on Leadership and Change Management is pleased to provide official invitation letters to facilitate your participation. These letters are prepared on conference letterhead and include pertinent details such as the event dates, venue location in Toronto, Canada, and the nature of your contribution, whether as a presenting author, co-author, or attending delegate.
To request an invitation letter, delegates must first complete their registration process and submit all required documentation to the conference secretariat. Our administrative team endeavors to process invitation letter requests promptly, typically within three to five business days of receiving a complete application, ensuring you have ample time to prepare your travel arrangements and submit any necessary visa or travel authorization paperwork.
Please be advised that the issuance of an official invitation letter by the conference organizers is provided solely as a courtesy to support your travel application process and does not guarantee visa approval or entry into Canada. All visa decisions rest exclusively with the relevant Canadian immigration and consular authorities, and delegates are solely responsible for satisfying 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 – 3rd International Conference on Leadership and Change Management
We welcome original submissions that advance our collective understanding of leadership dynamics and change management across cultural, sectoral, and disciplinary boundaries. Researchers are invited to submit empirical studies, theoretical frameworks, case analyses, and practice-informed papers that challenge conventional wisdom and illuminate new pathways for organizational transformation.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is 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.
For the 3rd edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Leadership Behavior and Organizational Change, Change Readiness Assessment or Managing Resistance to Organizational Change.
| 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 3rd International Conference on Leadership and Change Management undergoes a double-blind peer review conducted by reviewers in the field, ensuring evaluations are anchored in scholarly merit, methodological soundness, and relevance to the conference themes. Authors receive constructive reviewer feedback regardless of the final acceptance decision, supporting the ongoing development of their research.
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, recognized at the conference’s closing session in front of the full international delegate assembly, providing prestigious acknowledgment of their scholarly contribution to the field of leadership and change management
- Award-winning authors gain privileged consideration for fast-track review and publication in a designated partner journal associated with the conference, amplifying the reach and impact of their research well beyond the Toronto gathering
3rd International Conference on Leadership and Change Management – September 11, 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 |
Venue
To be announced.
Contact Us
International Conference Inc.
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 3rd International Conference on Leadership and Change Management embraces a multidisciplinary ethos, welcoming research and perspectives from adjacent fields including organizational psychology, public administration, educational leadership, and technology management, provided submissions demonstrate clear relevance to the core themes of leadership and change.
- Registration and payment of conference fees confirm a delegate’s intention to attend but do not constitute a guaranteed reservation of participation until the organizing committee issues formal written confirmation; delegates are encouraged to await this confirmation before finalizing non-refundable travel arrangements.
- The conference program is structured to maximize engagement across all sessions; however, attendance at individual sessions, keynotes, or workshops cannot be guaranteed to every delegate simultaneously, and the organizers reserve the right to adjust the program schedule, speakers, or session formats in response to unforeseen circumstances.