Call for Submissions: 2027 National Conference

Location

Vancouver Convention Centre West
Vancouver, British Columbia

Dates

June 15 – 18, 2027

Deadline

July 31, 2026

About the Conference

The 2027 National Payroll Conference is heading to Vancouver, British Columbia, and the National Payroll Institute is now accepting submissions for education sessions and workshops that will inspire, inform, and empower payroll professionals and leaders from across Canada.

This in-person event will take place from June 15 to 18, 2027, at the Vancouver Convention Centre.

This premier event brings together hundreds of industry leaders, experts, and practitioners for dynamic learning, networking, and collaboration. We invite thought leaders, educators, and experienced professionals to share their insights and best practices with a diverse national audience.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking engaging, informative, and practical sessions that align with one or more of the core/behavioural competencies of the Payroll Professional Competency Framework. This framework articulates the key facets that are core to the role of the payroll professional, along with relevant behavioural competencies that round out the important aspects of the profession.

Competency Framework

Below are some examples of relevant topic areas:

Legislative and Compliance Topics (federal and provincial)
AI and other current and emerging technologies
Payroll Leadership
Cyber security, fraud, and privacy
Payroll for Global/Remote Workforces
DEI and Payroll Practices

Risk Management & Audit Readiness
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Wellness, resilience, and mindfulness
Interpersonal, career, professional development, and more!

All sessions should be designed to deliver clear learning outcomes, interactive elements where possible, and actionable takeaways.

Session Types

Workshops

Duration: 60–90 minutes

Deep-dive, hands-on learning with practical exercises.

Education Sessions

Duration: 45–60 minutes

Focused presentations, panel discussions, or case studies.

Submission Guidelines

Please include the following in your proposal:

Session Title
Abstract (100 words maximum)
Key Learning Objectives (3–5 bullets)
Target Audience (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced)

Presenter Bio(s) (Max 150 words each)
Preferred Format (Workshop or Education Session)
Language of Delivery (English and/or French)

Why Present?

Elevate Your Profile

Share your expertise and elevate your professional profile

Build Community

Contribute to the development of Canada's payroll community

Network

Network with payroll leaders and innovators across the country

Let's shape the future of payroll—together in Vancouver!

Proposal Submission Information

Please complete the following proposal outline.

Note: Only complete proposal outlines will be considered by the 2027 Conference Program Committee. Please ensure that you have completed the application in full and attached any necessary supporting documents and materials.

* Required

Speaker Information

Name *

NPI Member ID

Title *

Organization *

Address *

City *

Province/State *

Postal/Zip *

Country *

Work Telephone *

Email *

Speaker Biography

Provide a brief biography (100 words or less) on your background and current position. You may choose to email your bio and picture along with your presentation submission to: call_for_presentations@payroll.ca

Session Title

Session Length

Primary Competency addressed

Category	Format (Check all that apply)
Delivers Payroll
Ensures Compliance
Partners Strategically with the Business
Embodies a Service Mindset
Builds Relationships
Leverages Technology
Seeks Innovation
Reasons Critically
Acts with Integrity
Embraces Continuous Learning
Upholds Confidentiality
Manages Change

Session Description

A brief outline of your proposed session (maximum of 100 words or less) including key points to be covered during the session and how this will be of value to the payroll profession.

Language of Presentation

Please select the language in which you will deliver your presentation:

English

French

English and French

Audience Experience Level

All professionals

Senior/Management (10+ yrs)

Intermediate (3-10 yrs)

New (< 3 yrs)

Presentation History

Have you presented at a previous National Payroll Institute conference or event?

Yes

If YES, please list:

Please provide a brief list of topics you have presented in the past with any video links demonstrating your presentation style

Contact Information

If you are submitting a proposal on behalf of a speaker or an organization, please include your information:

Name

Title

Organization

Address

City

Province

Postal Code/Zip

Country

Work Telephone

Fees/Expenses

The Institute will cover reasonable travel expenses and one night’s hotel accommodation, if required, due to travel distance.

If you require a FEE to present your session, please include details below regarding fee expectations:

The National Payroll Institute is a not-for-profit organization providing payroll leadership through advocacy and education to payroll professionals across Canada.

Proposal Deadline:  July 31, 2026. You may submit more than one proposal. We thank everyone who submits an application however, only successful applicants will be contacted.