01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 6-K filed February 24, 2011. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
This Form 6-K filing by Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (CP) from February 24, 2011, serves as a report of a foreign issuer.
The primary purpose of this filing is to incorporate by reference previously filed information into existing U.S. Securities Act of 1933 registration statements, specifically for employee stock option plans (Form S-8). This filing does not introduce new financial results or material business developments but rather ensures compliance and updates for specific registration statements. Investors should note that this is a procedural filing and does not contain new operational or financial data that would typically drive investment decisions.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Canadian Pacific Railway Limited filed a Form 6-K report with the SEC on February 24, 2011.
- The filing is for a foreign issuer and is pursuant to Rule 13a-16 or 15d-16 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
- The report is filed for the month of February 2011.
- CP indicated it files annual reports under Form 40-F.
- The filing is not submitting information under Rule 12g3-2(b).
- This Form 6-K report is incorporated by reference into existing registration statements (Form S-8) for employee stock option plans.
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 incorporate by reference previously submitted information into specific U.S. Securities Act of 1933 registration statements, particularly those related to employee stock option plans (Form S-8). It is a procedural filing for a foreign issuer.
Does this filing contain new financial or operational information about Canadian Pacific Railway Limited?
No, this filing does not introduce new financial results, operational updates, or material business developments. It is primarily a procedural document to update existing registration statements.
What does it mean that this report is incorporated by reference into Form S-8 registration statements?
Incorporation by reference means that the information contained within this Form 6-K filing is considered part of the specified Form S-8 registration statements, as if it were directly included. This is common practice for ongoing filings related to securities offered under employee benefit plans.
Which registration statements are being updated by this filing?
This filing is incorporated by reference into Form S-8 registration statements No. 333-140955, No. 333-127943, and No. 333-13962, all pertaining to Canadian Pacific Railway Limited.
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