01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 6-K filed September 4, 2008. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
This Form 6-K filing from Canadian Pacific Railway Limited and Canadian Pacific Railway Company, filed on September 3, 2008, primarily serves as a notification to the SEC regarding their reporting status for the month of September 2008.
The filing confirms that both entities will be filing their annual reports under Form 40-F, which is typical for Canadian issuers. It also indicates that they are not furnishing information under Rule 12g3-2(b) at this time. The report also includes a reference to its incorporation by reference into certain registration statements filed under the Securities Act of 1933, which is standard procedural information.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Canadian Pacific Railway Limited and Canadian Pacific Railway Company are filing a Form 6-K for the month of September 2008.
- The filing confirms adherence to U.S. securities regulations by Canadian issuers.
- Registrants will file annual reports using Form 40-F.
- The companies are not currently furnishing information under Rule 12g3-2(b).
- This report is incorporated by reference into specific registration statements under the Securities Act of 1933.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary purpose of this Form 6-K filing?
The primary purpose of this Form 6-K filing is to report information to the SEC as required for foreign issuers during the month of September 2008, confirming their reporting obligations and status under U.S. securities laws.
What does it mean that the companies will file annual reports under Form 40-F?
Filing under Form 40-F is a standard procedure for Canadian public companies that are listed on a U.S. stock exchange. It allows them to file their annual reports in a format that is largely based on their home country's reporting requirements, rather than the more extensive Form 20-F.
What is Rule 12g3-2(b) and why is it relevant?
Rule 12g3-2(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 allows certain foreign private issuers to provide information to the SEC that they would otherwise be required to disclose, without having to register as a U.S. reporting company. The filing indicates that Canadian Pacific is not using this exemption at this time.
What are the referenced registration statements (Form S-8)?
Form S-8 is used by companies to register securities that are offered to employees under an employee benefit plan. The incorporation by reference of this 6-K filing into these S-8 statements means that the information provided in this filing is considered part of those registration statements.
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