To all competitors, please review the information on this page and the CNLC 2026 Information package before completing this registration form.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
1) ALL interested competitors must register and pay DIRECTLY through this form before January 7, 2026, 11:59 pm EDT.

2) Please use your personal email and not a student email when signing up. This will prevent important FBLC notifications from going into spam.

3) You will be registering and paying separately from your teammate(s). Please coordinate your competitive categories ahead of time, as differences between certain answers may prevent you from competing together.

4) Registering for CNLC is separate from registering to be part of a chapter, so ensure that you register directly with a chapter if you want to access their resources. You may also compete without a chapter.

5) FBL Canada will work to allow competitors to compete in their first-choice event. In circumstances where this is not possible, FBLC Officers will adhere to a first come, first serve process. That said, we encourage all prospective competitors to register as soon as possible.

6) Starting this year, all case study and presentation events will be conducted in person. There will be no exceptions to this policy; you must compete in person for case study and presentation events.   

7) Competitive events will be confirmed on a rolling basis, about 2 weeks after registration submission. Please reach out to matthew.huang@fbla.ca or raya.mardani@fbla.ca if you have not received confirmation of your event 3 weeks after you have submitted this registration form. 

For more information, visit our website at fblc.ca.

Introduction
From February 28 to March 1, the 2026 Canadian National Leadership Conference (CNLC) will bring together over 1,850 students from across Canada to compete for prestigious awards, network with like-minded peers, learn from industry professionals, and explore the city of Toronto while being immersed in the business world!

Logistics
CNLC 2026 will be held in a HYBRID model from Saturday, February 28th to Sunday, March 1st. The full schedule will be released closer to the event date.

NEW CHANGES

NLC

The top 3 National Champions in each event will go on to compete at NLC, Future Business Leaders of America’s National Leadership Conference, in San Antonio, Texas! This conference brings together thousands of the best business leaders from the U.S. and internationally! 

In-Person Objective Testing

Some CNLC competitive Objective Test events will be administered IN-PERSON at the Westin Harbour Castle (Healthcare Administration, Accounting, Introduction to Business Concepts, and Economics). NOTE: You MUST bring your own laptop to complete the test through a secure online platform.

ONLY for competitors outside Ontario: All Objective Test events will be completed VIRTUALLY if they are not able to fly in. All participants will require a working webcam that can fully show competitors' faces and shoulders.

IMPORTANT NOTE: ALL case study and presentation events will be administered IN-PERSON ONLY at the Westin Harbour Castle Toronto. If you have any questions regarding the hybrid Objective Test format, reach out to raya.mardani@fbla.ca. Further information is available in this information package:

CNLC 2026 Information Package

CNLC Hotel Stay Packages
We are excited to offer exclusive discounted Hotel Stay Packages in partnership with the Westin Harbour Castle Toronto for our CNLC competitors. Located beside the scenic Harbourfront with breathtaking views of the CN Tower, the luxurious 4-star Westin Harbour Castle offers the perfect setting for both rest and exploration, with numerous restaurants and attractions nearby.

Each guest room will accommodate 4 competitors, offering a valuable opportunity to connect and network with fellow participants. Competitors can choose between staying with friends or being matched with other like-minded individuals from across Canada. Single or double rooms may also be available but at a steep price increase.


Tickets & Financial Aid
This is the registration form for all competitors, including those who are part of an FBLC chapter. Early Bird Registration (November 9, 2025 to November 23, 2025) fee is $10 less per competitor than the regular registration fee.

FBLC is committed to making our opportunities as accessible as possible. For those with demonstrated financial need, we will waive the ticket fee. Please access the bursary form here. All bursary requests must be completed by December 20, 2025. For any inquiries, please email Luke Zhang, our Financial Officer, at luke.zhang@fbla.ca.

Competitive Events
FBL Canada will offer 18 competitive events at the 2026 CNLC.

[Online Objective Test Events]
Business Law
Organizational Leadership
Personal Finance
Securities & Investment
Sports and Entertainment

[In-Person Objective Test Events]
Healthcare Administration
Introduction to Business Concepts (grades 9 and 10 only)
Accounting (competitors cannot have completed grade 12 accounting)
Economics

[Case Study Events]
Business Management
Entrepreneurship
Hospitality and Event Management
International Business
Marketing

[Presentation Events]
Business Plan
Coding and Programming
Financial Statement Analysis
Public Speaking

All case study and presentation events are open to teams of 1, 2, or 3 members. Each member must register separately.

When registering, you will be asked for your top 2 competitive event choices. To view full event descriptions, guidelines, competencies, and more, visit our website here.

NOTE:
All Objective Test events are INDIVIDUAL-ONLY events.

Future Business Leaders of Canada (FBLC)
The Future Business Leaders of Canada (FBL Canada), previously known as FBLA Canada, is the largest and oldest student business organization in Canada! Established in 2013, FBL Canada has already carved its name into the business scene, with student engagement across nine participating provinces, paving the way for 1,850+ Canadian high school leaders annually to explore their futures as our next business leaders. We have fostered impeccable Canadian achievement in the last decade with members achieving international recognition in the realm of business and currently attending prestigious schools like Harvard, Princeton, and Wharton. 

Welcome to the FBL Canada family — you are now part of a remarkable legacy!

Questions?

Reach out to one of our Logistics Officers (Matthew Huang - matthew.huang@fbla.ca; Raya Mardani - raya.mardani@fbla.ca) for questions regarding CNLC or the registration form, 

Reach out to David Wen, our External Affairs Officer, at david.wen@fbla.ca for general inquiries.

You may also join our community through our Discord server.

Release Statement

Please review the terms below in their entirety with a parent/guardian

I acknowledge and agree to the following as a condition of my participation in the Canadian National Leadership Conference (CNLC) in Downtown Toronto, Ontario:

1. Acknowledgement of Risks:
I understand that my trip to Downtown Toronto for CNLC may involve certain inherent risks and dangers, including, but not limited to:

• Risks associated with traveling by car, public transit, or other modes of transportation;
• Accidents, illnesses, or unforeseen injuries;
• The potential for getting lost or encountering other unexpected circumstances.

I voluntarily accept and fully assume all such risks, dangers, and hazards, and I acknowledge that these risks may result in personal injury, illness, loss, or other harm.

2. Release of Liability:
In consideration of being allowed to participate in CNLC, I hereby release, discharge, and hold harmless FBL Canada, its officers, directors, staff, volunteers, and affiliates from any and all claims, demands, actions, or causes of action arising from or related to my participation in the event, including, but not limited to, any damages, losses, or injuries.

3. Personal Responsibility:
I understand and agree that:

• FBL Canada does not provide accident, injury, or medical insurance coverage for my benefit.
• I am solely responsible for my personal conduct and any actions I take during the event, including those that may result in harm to myself or others.
• If I am found responsible for any damages, losses, or injuries caused by my actions, I accept full accountability and agree to indemnify FBL Canada against any resulting claims or liabilities.

4. Hotel Stays and Supervision:
I acknowledge that FBL Canada will not provide chaperones or direct supervision at the hotels where I will be staying. I understand that I am responsible for my behavior and actions while at the hotel and during any unsupervised time. This includes, but is not limited to, adhering to curfews, respecting hotel property, and making appropriate decisions about my safety and well-being.

5. Assumption of Responsibility for Unsupervised Actions:
I accept full responsibility for any consequences arising from my decisions or actions during unsupervised periods, including, but not limited to, leaving the hotel premises without authorization or engaging in risky or unlawful behavior. I release FBL Canada from any liability for injuries, losses, or other harm resulting from such actions.

6. Authorization for Incidental Charges:
I authorize the Westin Harbour Castle to charge my account for any incidental charges incurred during my stay. Incidental charges may include, but are not limited to:

• Smoking within the hotel room;
• Damage to property;
• Missing items from the room.
• By signing the next questions, I agree to these terms and authorize the hotel to charge my account for any additional charges, if applicable.

7. Acknowledgment by Parent/Guardian:
As I am a minor, my parent(s) or legal guardian(s) have reviewed these terms and conditions, agree to them on my behalf, and consent to my participation in the Canadian National Leadership Conference.