Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 6-K filing by Canadian Pacific Railway Limited and Canadian Pacific Railway Company covers the month of October 2004, with the report dated October 25, 2004. The registrants are transcontinental rail carriers operating a 14,000-mile network across Canada and the United States, with logistics services provided through Canadian Pacific Logistics Solutions.
Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This report is a current event disclosure regarding corporate governance and does not contain financial statements or performance metrics.
Material Changes
The primary material change disclosed is the departure of Jacques Lamarre from the Board of Directors, effective October 25, 2004. Mr. Lamarre, who joined the board in October 2001, is the President and CEO of SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. His departure is attributed to the demands of his role at SNC-Lavalin and other business endeavors.
Guidance, Outlook, and Management Commentary
Management commentary is limited to a statement by J.E. Newall, Chairman of the Board, acknowledging Mr. Lamarre as a highly effective member who contributed significant business experience and insight. The filing contains no financial guidance, outlook, risk factors, contingencies, or unusual items.
Key Facts for Investor Verification
- Jacques Lamarre has resigned from the Board of Directors effective October 25, 2004.
- The resignation is voluntary and driven by the CEO's commitments to SNC-Lavalin Group Inc.
- No financial data or operational metrics are included in this specific filing.
- The company continues to operate its transcontinental rail network and logistics division without stated disruption.