From 12–15 May 2027, students, entrepreneurs, policymakers and changemakers from every continent land in Toronto for four days of leadership, dialogue, and connection that actually sticks.
Following two successful international editions, the One Future Conference returns to Canada in 2027, bringing its largest and most ambitious gathering yet.
Applicants may apply under one of the following participation categories — full pricing and inclusions below.
One Future Conference 2027 offers two funded tracks — Fully Funded and Partially Funded — and you only need to apply once to be considered for both,
For exceptional young leaders demonstrating leadership potential, motivation, and commitment to impact.
For applicants who show strong potential but aren’t selected for a Fully Funded seat.
You can join instantly with our Conference Pass, or secure your travel with the Visa Invitation Letter category.
Ideal for guaranteed participation at the official venue.
Not included
Applicants who wish to begin their visa application before confirming a participation category may choose the Optional Visa Invitation Package.
This option allows eligible applicants to obtain the required documentation to support their visa application and later upgrade to a participation category, subject to availability.
Please note: This package does not include conference participation and must be upgraded to a conference participation category before attending the event.
The conference features multidisciplinary discussions across a range of globally relevant topics, including:
No specific academic background is required.
One Future Conference 2027 brings emerging leaders together in one room, one city, one shared direction. Here’s what’s waiting for you.
Hear directly from internationally recognized speakers and practitioners shaping their fields today.
Connect with participants from around the world and form professional bonds that outlast the conference.
Take part in hands-on workshops and leadership exercises built for active participation, not passive listening.
Develop practical leadership and policy skills you can apply immediately, back home and beyond.
Trade perspectives with a genuinely global cohort — every conversation brings a different vantage point.
Become part of a network committed to innovation, collaboration, and sustainable impact — long after the closing session.
The One Future Conference 2027 is an international leadership conference bringing together approximately 300 young leaders, students, professionals, entrepreneurs, researchers, and changemakers from around the world for four days of learning, collaboration, networking, and leadership development in Toronto, Canada.
The conference will be held from 12–15 May 2027 at the Residence & Conference Centre, Downtown Toronto, Canada.
Applications are open to individuals aged 17–47 years from all countries and nationalities. Participants from all academic and professional backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Applicants may apply under one of the following categories:
Each category offers different benefits to suit the needs of participants.
Yes. Eligible participants receive an Official Visa Invitation Letter, supporting documentation, and guidance throughout the visa application process. Please note that visa decisions remain solely at the discretion of the Government of Canada.
The Fully Funded category includes round-trip international airfare support, accommodation, conference access, meals during conference hours, certificate, conference merchandise, official visa invitation letter, and visa support.
The Partially Funded category includes all of the above except airfare support.
Applications for the Fully Funded and Partially Funded categories must be submitted by 15 November 2026. Applications received after this date will not be considered for funded categories.
This optional category is intended for applicants who wish to begin their Canadian visa application before confirming their participation category. It includes an official Visa Invitation Letter, delegate confirmation, visa support, and one-time embassy assistance. Participants may later upgrade to another participation category, subject to availability.
Applications for the Fully Funded and Partially Funded categories are evaluated by the One Future Conference selection committee based on factors including leadership potential, motivation, application responses, achievements, and the overall strength of the applicant pool. Geographic and gender diversity are also considered to ensure broad international representation.
No. One Future Conference 2027 is the third edition of the conference. The inaugural edition was successfully held in Toronto, Canada, followed by the second edition in Barcelona, Spain. The 2027 conference returns to Toronto as the largest edition to date, welcoming approximately 300 participants from around the world.
