About the Conference
The 3rd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership arrives in Toronto, Canada in 2026 as a defining gathering for professionals, scholars, and advocates committed to reshaping the future of gender equity in corporate and institutional environments. This edition builds on the momentum of previous years by centering bold research, lived leadership experience, and cross-sector collaboration. Participants will leave equipped with actionable frameworks, expanded networks, and a renewed sense of purpose in championing women’s advancement across all industries.
Conference Objectives
- Examine the systemic barriers that continue to limit women’s access to executive and board-level positions, and explore evidence-based strategies to dismantle them
- Showcase cutting-edge research on gender-inclusive organizational cultures and the measurable business outcomes they produce
- Facilitate cross-sector dialogue between academia, government, corporate leadership, and civil society on closing persistent gender pay and opportunity gaps
- Highlight innovative mentorship, sponsorship, and leadership development models that have demonstrably accelerated women’s career trajectories
- Critically analyze the intersection of gender with race, ethnicity, disability, and socioeconomic background in shaping women’s professional experiences
- Inspire the next generation of women leaders by connecting emerging professionals with globally recognized changemakers and thought leaders
Who Should Attend
This conference brings together a vibrant mix of professionals, academics, and thought leaders from around the world.
- Senior corporate executives and C-suite leaders committed to advancing gender diversity within their organizations
- Academic researchers and faculty specializing in gender studies, organizational behavior, business management, or public policy
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders seeking community, visibility, and strategic insights within a gender-equity-focused ecosystem
- Human resources directors and diversity, equity, and inclusion professionals driving organizational transformation
- Government officials, policy advisors, and public sector leaders shaping legislation that impacts women in the workforce
- Non-profit directors and social enterprise leaders working at the intersection of women’s empowerment and economic development
- Graduate students, doctoral candidates, and early-career professionals looking to present research and build international academic networks
Select Ticket Type
Securing your place at the 3rd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership in Toronto has been made straightforward with a range of registration options tailored to different career stages and participation formats. Whether you are an established executive, an academic researcher, or an emerging professional, there is a ticket category designed with your needs and budget in mind. All listed registration fees are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so the price you see is exactly what you pay — no surprises at checkout.
Select Tickets Type:
Author (Early Bird)
US$499 US$599
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Author (Regular)
US$599
Including all taxes
Listener
US$499
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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 participation in the 3rd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership, the conference organizing committee is pleased to provide official invitation letters to registered attendees upon request. These letters are issued on conference letterhead and include your name, registration details, the conference dates, and the Toronto venue information, serving as formal documentation of your acceptance and intended participation.
Invitation letters are typically used to support visa applications, institutional travel grant requests, or employer approval processes. To receive your letter, you must first complete your conference registration and payment in full; requests submitted without confirmed registration cannot be processed. The secretariat endeavors to dispatch invitation letters within five business days of a completed request.
Please be aware that the issuance of an official invitation letter by the conference organizing committee does not guarantee the approval of a visa or travel authorization by any government or immigration authority. Visa decisions rest solely with the relevant embassy, consulate, or border agency of the destination country, 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 Women in Business and Leadership is a multidisciplinary forum that welcomes contributions from diverse academic and professional fields; the inclusion of a paper or presenter does not imply institutional endorsement of any specific viewpoint, methodology, or finding presented at the event
- Submission of an abstract or full paper to the conference does not constitute a confirmed attendance registration; authors and participants must complete the formal registration and payment process separately to secure their place at the Toronto 2026 event
- The conference program is subject to revision, and while every effort is made to honor the published schedule, the organizers reserve the right to modify session times, room assignments, or speaker arrangements; attendees are encouraged to monitor official communications for any updates prior to and during the event
Call for Papers – 3rd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership
The 3rd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership warmly invites scholars, practitioners, and innovators from around the world to submit their original work for presentation in Toronto in 2026. We welcome abstracts and full papers spanning empirical studies, theoretical frameworks, case analyses, and policy proposals that advance the conversation on women’s roles in shaping the future of business and leadership.
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
All submissions to the 3rd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process, with each manuscript evaluated by a minimum of two independent experts drawn from the conference’s international scientific committee. Review criteria encompass originality, methodological rigor, relevance to the conference themes, and the clarity with which findings are communicated.
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 an officially engraved certificate of excellence along with prominent recognition across all conference publications, the event website, and social media channels, significantly amplifying the visibility of their research within the global women-in-leadership community
- Winning authors will be offered a complimentary featured author profile and an invitation to submit an expanded version of their paper for expedited consideration in a partner peer-reviewed journal, providing a direct pathway from conference recognition to high-impact academic publication
3rd International Conference on Women in Business and Leadership (WBL) – 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 Women in Business and Leadership is a multidisciplinary forum that welcomes contributions from diverse academic and professional fields; the inclusion of a paper or presenter does not imply institutional endorsement of any specific viewpoint, methodology, or finding presented at the event
- Submission of an abstract or full paper to the conference does not constitute a confirmed attendance registration; authors and participants must complete the formal registration and payment process separately to secure their place at the Toronto 2026 event
- The conference program is subject to revision, and while every effort is made to honor the published schedule, the organizers reserve the right to modify session times, room assignments, or speaker arrangements; attendees are encouraged to monitor official communications for any updates prior to and during the event
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 Women in Business and Leadership is a multidisciplinary forum that welcomes contributions from diverse academic and professional fields; the inclusion of a paper or presenter does not imply institutional endorsement of any specific viewpoint, methodology, or finding presented at the event
- Submission of an abstract or full paper to the conference does not constitute a confirmed attendance registration; authors and participants must complete the formal registration and payment process separately to secure their place at the Toronto 2026 event
- The conference program is subject to revision, and while every effort is made to honor the published schedule, the organizers reserve the right to modify session times, room assignments, or speaker arrangements; attendees are encouraged to monitor official communications for any updates prior to and during the event