Fortis Inc 6-K, filed Mar 17, 2020
Fortis Inc. (FTS)
About this 6-K
Fortis Inc filed this 6-K on March 17, 2020.
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 6-K
REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER
PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16
OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the month of March, 2020
Commission File Number: 001-37915
Fortis Inc.
Fortis Place, Suite 1100
5 Springdale Street
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
Canada, A1E 0E4
(Address of Principal Executive Office)
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EXHIBITS
| Exhibit | Description |
| 99.1 | Fortis Inc. Press Release, dated March 17, 2020. |
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
| Fortis Inc. (Registrant) |
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| Date: March 17, 2020 | /s/ James R. Reid | |
| By: | James R. Reid | |
| Title: | Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer and | |
| Corporate Secretary | ||
Exhibit 99.1
St. John's, NL – March 17, 2020
FORTIS INC. ANNOUNCES VIRTUAL ANNUAL MEETING AND PROVIDES
UPDATE ON PREPARATION AND RESPONSE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC
Fortis Inc. ("Fortis" or the "Corporation") (TSX/NYSE: FTS) today announced its annual and special meeting on May 7, 2020 will be held online. The Corporation will forego an in-person meeting in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Details on how shareholders can access the virtual meeting will be provided in the coming weeks.
The decision to move to a virtual meeting was made with the safety and health of Fortis shareholders, employees and the broader community as the top priority. The Corporation intends to return to an in-person annual meeting in future years.
"This is an unprecedented time for all of us. Remaining focused on employee safety and delivering reliable energy to customers is how we can best support collective efforts to reduce the spread of COVID-19," said Barry Perry, President and CEO, Fortis.
Similar to a storm response or other major event, utilities have business continuity plans in place that provide a framework to maintain operations for electric and natural gas service. In addition, a pandemic response leaders' group has been established and members communicate regularly to coordinate and share the latest information available.
Specific actions that have been taken to protect the health and safety of employees while continuing to deliver essential energy to customers include:
| · | Travel has been restricted across the Fortis group of companies. |
| · | Restrictions have been placed on such things as group meetings and visitors to offices. Social distancing is being encouraged. |
| · | Good hygiene practices, one of the best defenses against COVID-19, are being promoted. |
| · | Many Fortis utilities have enacted a "work from home" program for employees who can perform their work responsibilities remotely. |
"I'm proud of our team and how we are coming together to ensure
the best response possible. We are proactive and coordinated in our approach," said Mr. Perry. "I encourage everyone
to take proper care of themselves and each other, and to act safely and responsibly to limit the spread of this virus."
About Fortis
Fortis is a leader in the North American regulated electric and gas utility industry with
2019 revenue of $8.8 billion and total assets of $53 billion as at December 31, 2019. The Corporation's 9,000 employees serve
utility customers in five Canadian provinces, nine U.S. states and three Caribbean countries.
Fortis shares are listed on the TSX and NYSE and trade under the symbol FTS. Additional information can be accessed at www.fortisinc.com, www.sedar.com, or www.sec.gov.
For more information, please contact
Investor Enquiries:
Ms. Stephanie Amaimo
Vice President, Investor Relations
Fortis Inc.
248.946.3572
samaimo@fortisinc.com
Media Enquiries:
Ms. Karen McCarthy
Vice President, Communications and Corporate Affairs
Fortis Inc.
709.737.5323
media@fortisinc.com