01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 6-K filed November 6, 2015. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
This 8-K filing from Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (CP) on November 6, 2015, primarily serves as a notification of the passing of their esteemed board director, Linda Morgan.
Ms. Morgan, who joined the board in 2006, held significant roles including Chair of the Health, Safety, Security, and Environment Committee and a Member of the Audit Committee. Her passing is deeply mourned by the company's leadership, including CEO E. Hunter Harrison and Chairman of the Board Andrew Reardon, who lauded her integrity, wisdom, and incisiveness.
Ms. Morgan brought a wealth of experience to CP's board, particularly from her extensive background in transportation law and her previous leadership roles as Chairman of the U.S. Surface Transportation Board and its predecessor, the Interstate Commerce Commission. Her contributions were seen as invaluable to the board's functioning and governance. The filing also confirms that CP is furnishing this report on Form 6-K and that it will be incorporated by reference into specific Registration Statements on Form S-8.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Canadian Pacific announces the passing of board director Linda Morgan, who served on the board since 2006.
- Ms. Morgan held key positions, including Chair of the Health, Safety, Security, and Environment Committee and Member of the Audit Committee.
- CEO E. Hunter Harrison and Chairman Andrew Reardon express profound sadness and emphasize Ms. Morgan's significant contributions to the board.
- Ms. Morgan's expertise included extensive experience in transportation law and previous leadership at the U.S. Surface Transportation Board.
- The filing is made on Form 6-K and will be incorporated by reference into certain S-8 Registration Statements.
- The company leadership highlighted Ms. Morgan's integrity, wisdom, and incisiveness.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary purpose of this 8-K filing?
The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to formally announce the passing of Canadian Pacific's board director, Linda Morgan, and to express the company's condolences.
What were Linda Morgan's key roles and contributions at Canadian Pacific?
Linda Morgan was a board director since 2006 and recently chaired the Health, Safety, Security, and Environment Committee, and was a member of the Audit Committee. She was highly respected for her integrity, wisdom, and incisiveness.
What was Linda Morgan's professional background prior to joining the CP board?
Ms. Morgan had a distinguished career in transportation law, notably serving as Chairman of the U.S. Surface Transportation Board and its predecessor, the Interstate Commerce Commission, from 1995 to 2002. She was also a Partner at Nossaman LLP and Covington & Burling LLP.
Does this filing contain any financial results or significant business updates?
No, this particular 8-K filing does not contain financial results or other operational business updates. Its sole focus is on the announcement of the board director's passing.
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