01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 6-K filed February 6, 2013. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
This Form 6-K filing by Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (CP) on February 5, 2013, reports on events occurring in February 2013.
As a foreign private issuer, CP is submitting this report under SEC rules. The filing indicates that CP will file its annual reports under Form 40-F, which is typical for Canadian companies reporting to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. While the filing itself is procedural and doesn't contain extensive operational or financial details, its incorporation by reference into existing U.S. registration statements (Form S-8) is noteworthy.
This means that any information filed in this 6-K, however brief, becomes part of the public record associated with CP's employee stock plans. Investors should note that this filing's primary purpose is regulatory compliance and does not represent a material event announcement concerning the company's financial performance or strategic direction.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (CP) filed a Form 6-K report on February 5, 2013, for the month of February 2013.
- CP is identified as a 'Foreign Private Issuer' submitting the report.
- The company opts to file its annual reports using Form 40-F, as indicated by a checkmark.
- This filing is incorporated by reference into several of CP's Form S-8 registration statements related to employee stock plans.
- The report itself does not disclose specific financial results, operational updates, or material events.
- The filing serves a procedural and regulatory purpose for the company's reporting obligations in the U.S.
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 fulfill Canadian Pacific Railway Limited's (CP) reporting obligations as a foreign private issuer to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for the month of February 2013. It is a procedural document and does not contain specific operational or financial disclosures.
Why does CP file using Form 40-F for its annual reports?
CP files its annual reports using Form 40-F because it is a Canadian company. Form 40-F is the prescribed form for eligible Canadian issuers to file their annual reports with the SEC, allowing them to use financial statements prepared in accordance with Canadian generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
What is the significance of the filing being incorporated by reference into Form S-8 registration statements?
The incorporation by reference means that the contents of this Form 6-K filing are officially made a part of CP's existing registration statements for its employee stock plans (Form S-8). While this specific 6-K is brief, any information it contains is considered filed with the SEC for the purposes of these registration statements.
Does this filing provide any updates on CP's financial performance or business operations?
No, this particular Form 6-K filing does not provide any specific updates on CP's financial performance, operational metrics, or material business events. It is a routine report filed for regulatory compliance.
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