Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 6-K filing is submitted by BANK OF MONTREAL, a foreign private issuer, for the month of September 2005. The report was signed on September 9, 2005, by Ronald B. Sirkis (Executive Vice-President, General Counsel and Taxation) and Velma J. Jones (Vice President and Secretary). The registrant files annual reports under Form 40-F and is not furnishing information pursuant to Rule 12g3-2(b).
Key Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, liquidity, or other key financial metrics. This document serves as a cover sheet for certifications rather than a financial results report.
Material Changes
The filing text does not provide a clear value regarding material changes versus the prior comparable period.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing text does not provide a clear value for guidance, outlook, management commentary, risks, contingencies, or unusual items. The primary content consists of the Exhibit Index, which lists:
- Exhibit 99.1: Certification of Interim Filings during Transition Period - Chief Executive Officer.
- Exhibit 99.2: Certification of Interim Filings during Transition Period - Chief Financial Officer.
These exhibits are filed in the form required by Canadian Multilateral Instrument 52-109.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Verify the specific financial results referenced in the attached certifications (Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2) which are not detailed in this cover sheet.
- Confirm the filing status under Form 40-F for the registrant's annual reporting cycle.
- Review the full text of the Canadian Multilateral Instrument 52-109 certifications to understand the scope of the interim filings being certified.