About the Conference
The 3rd International Conference on Supply Chain Management convenes in Toronto, Canada in 2026 to push the boundaries of how global supply networks are designed, operated, and resilient. Bringing together researchers, industry pioneers, and policy architects, this edition digs into the systemic pressures reshaping logistics, procurement, and end-to-end value chains. Participants will leave equipped with actionable frameworks, cross-sector insights, and collaborative partnerships forged at the cutting edge of the field.
Conference Objectives
- Examine emerging technologies such as AI, blockchain, and IoT as drivers of next-generation supply chain visibility and automation
- Investigate strategies for building climate-resilient and environmentally responsible supply networks across diverse industries
- Evaluate the geopolitical and macroeconomic forces redefining global sourcing, nearshoring, and supplier diversification decisions
- Advance scholarly discourse on supply chain risk management, disruption recovery, and operational continuity planning
- Bridge the gap between academic theory and practitioner implementation through evidence-based case studies and live industry data
- Foster international research collaborations that generate scalable, policy-relevant solutions for modern supply chain challenges
Who Should Attend
This conference brings together a vibrant mix of professionals, academics, and thought leaders from around the world.
- Supply chain management academics and university researchers seeking peer engagement and publication opportunities
- Logistics and procurement professionals navigating complex multi-tier supplier relationships
- Operations managers responsible for demand planning, inventory optimization, and fulfillment performance
- Technology entrepreneurs and solution providers developing platforms for supply chain digitization
- Government trade and commerce officials shaping cross-border logistics policy and infrastructure investment
- Sustainability officers integrating circular economy principles into procurement and distribution strategies
- Graduate students and early-career scholars building expertise at the intersection of operations and global trade
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 3rd International Conference on Supply Chain Management in Toronto offers several carefully structured ticket tiers designed to serve the full spectrum of attendees — from doctoral researchers to seasoned industry executives. Each option is transparently priced with all applicable taxes already included, so there are no surprises at checkout. We invite you to review the available packages below and select the tier that best aligns with your professional goals and participation needs.
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 the travel and administrative planning of international participants, the organizing committee of the 3rd International Conference on Supply Chain Management issues official invitation letters to registered attendees upon request. These letters confirm your acceptance and registration status, providing embassies and employers with verified documentation of your participation in the Toronto 2026 event.
Requesting an invitation letter is straightforward: once you have completed your registration and received your confirmation, you may submit a formal request through the conference secretariat portal. Letters are typically issued within five business days and include your name, institutional affiliation, paper or delegate status, and the dates of the event in Toronto, Canada.
Please note that an invitation letter issued by the conference organizing committee serves solely as evidence of your intent to participate in the academic event and does not constitute a guarantee of visa approval. All visa applications remain subject to the sole discretion of the relevant Canadian immigration authorities, and attendees are strongly encouraged to begin their 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 3rd International Conference on Supply Chain Management is an explicitly multidisciplinary forum; submissions drawing on operations research, economics, information systems, environmental science, and related disciplines are equally welcome alongside core supply chain scholarship
- Registration and payment of conference fees confirm a delegate’s intent to attend but do not constitute a guaranteed booking of any specific venue facility, hotel accommodation, or ancillary service; attendees are responsible for arranging their own travel and lodging in Toronto
- The conference program is structured across concurrent and plenary sessions, and while organizers strive to honor the published schedule, specific session times, room assignments, and speaker slots remain subject to change; registered attendees are advised to monitor official communications for the most current program information
Call for Papers – 3rd International Conference on Supply Chain Management
The 3rd International Conference on Supply Chain Management warmly invites original research submissions that challenge conventional thinking and expand the empirical frontiers of supply chain science. Scholars and practitioners worldwide are encouraged to present theoretical models, quantitative analyses, qualitative investigations, and applied case studies that advance both knowledge and practice.
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 submission to the 3rd International Conference on Supply Chain Management undergoes a rigorous double-blind peer review conducted by an international panel of subject-matter experts drawn from academia and industry practice. Reviewers evaluate each manuscript on the basis of originality, methodological soundness, relevance to supply chain management, and clarity of contribution 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 receive a formally engraved certificate of excellence and prominent recognition across all official conference publications, the event website, and post-conference communications distributed to the global attendee network
- Winning authors will be fast-tracked for an invitation to submit an expanded version of their recognized research to a partner academic journal, providing an accelerated pathway to high-impact publication within the supply chain management discipline
3rd International Conference on Supply Chain Management (SCM) – August 19-21, 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 3rd International Conference on Supply Chain Management is an explicitly multidisciplinary forum; submissions drawing on operations research, economics, information systems, environmental science, and related disciplines are equally welcome alongside core supply chain scholarship
- Registration and payment of conference fees confirm a delegate’s intent to attend but do not constitute a guaranteed booking of any specific venue facility, hotel accommodation, or ancillary service; attendees are responsible for arranging their own travel and lodging in Toronto
- The conference program is structured across concurrent and plenary sessions, and while organizers strive to honor the published schedule, specific session times, room assignments, and speaker slots remain subject to change; registered attendees are advised to monitor official communications for the most current program information
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 3rd International Conference on Supply Chain Management is an explicitly multidisciplinary forum; submissions drawing on operations research, economics, information systems, environmental science, and related disciplines are equally welcome alongside core supply chain scholarship
- Registration and payment of conference fees confirm a delegate’s intent to attend but do not constitute a guaranteed booking of any specific venue facility, hotel accommodation, or ancillary service; attendees are responsible for arranging their own travel and lodging in Toronto
- The conference program is structured across concurrent and plenary sessions, and while organizers strive to honor the published schedule, specific session times, room assignments, and speaker slots remain subject to change; registered attendees are advised to monitor official communications for the most current program information