Rogers Communications Inc 6-K, filed Feb 2, 2022
Rogers Communications Inc (RCI)
About this 6-K
Rogers Communications Inc filed this 6-K on February 2, 2022.
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
under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
For the month of February, 2022
Commission File Number 001-10805
ROGERS COMMUNICATIONS INC.
(Translation of registrant’s name into English)
333 Bloor Street East
10th Floor
Toronto, Ontario M4W 1G9
Canada
(Address of principal executive offices)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F:
Form 20-F ☐ Form 40-F ☒
Indicate by check mark if the registrant is submitting the Form 6-K in paper as permitted by Regulation S-T Rule 101(b)(1):
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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.
| ROGERS COMMUNICATIONS INC. | ||
| By: | /s/ “Marisa Wyse” | |
| Name: Marisa Wyse | ||
| Title: Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary | ||
Date: February 1, 2022
Exhibit Index
| Exhibit Number |
Description of Document | |
| 99.1 |
Material Change Report dated February 1, 2022 | |
Exhibit 99.1
FORM 51-102F3
MATERIAL CHANGE REPORT
| Item 1 | Name and Address of Company |
Rogers Communications Inc. (“RCI” or the “Company”)
333 Bloor Street East, 10th Floor
Toronto, Ontario M4W 1G9
| Item 2 | Date of Material Change |
January 31, 2022
| Item 3 | News Release |
A press release was issued and disseminated through Globe Newswire on January 31, 2022 and subsequently filed on SEDAR.
| Item 4 | Summary of Material Change |
RCI announced that Glenn Brandt was appointed Chief Financial Officer.
| Item 5 | Full Description of Material Change |
See the press release attached hereto as Schedule A for a full description of the material change.
| Item 6 | Reliance on subsection 7.1(2) of National Instrument 51-102 |
Not applicable.
| Item 7 | Omitted Information |
None.
| Item 8 | Executive Officer |
For further information, please contact:
Marisa Wyse, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretaryat (416) 935-7585
| Item 9 | Date of Report |
February 1, 2022
Schedule “A”
(See attached)
Glenn Brandt Appointed as Chief Financial Officer, Rogers Communications
Toronto—January 31, 2022 - Rogers Communications announced today that Glenn Brandt has been appointed Chief Financial Officer, effective today. Glenn brings 35 years of financial management experience to the role, including 30 years of career progression within Rogers across Treasury, Investor Relations and Corporate Development and most recently served as Senior Vice President, Corporate Finance.
“Glenn is a highly regarded leader with deep industry experience as well as extensive experience in corporate finance, including raising capital and working with credit agencies,” said Tony Staffieri, President and CEO. “His strong leadership as CFO will be integral as we work to successfully come together with Shaw, drive growth across our business, and maintain the strong balance sheet needed to invest for the future.”
Paulina Molnar will work with Glenn to ensure an effective transition of CFO responsibilities. “I want to thank Paulina for her terrific work as Interim CFO and look forward to her continued leadership across our organization as SVP Controller and Risk Management,” added Mr. Staffieri.
“I am honoured and excited to take on this new role at such a critical time in our company’s history,” said Mr. Brandt. “I look forward to working with the team to build on Rogers’ strong legacy of growth, deliver on our key priorities, and enhance value for our shareholders.”
About Rogers
Rogers is a leading Canadian technology and media company that provides world-class communications services and entertainment to consumers and businesses on our award-winning networks. Our founder, Ted Rogers, purchased his first radio station, CHFI, in 1960. Today, we are dedicated to providing industry-leading wireless, cable, sports, and media to millions of customers across Canada. Our shares are publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: RCI.A and RCI.B) and on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: RCI). For more information, please visit: www.rogers.com or https://investors.rogers.com/.
Caution Regarding Forward Looking Statements
This news release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws, including statements about expected results and the potential outcome of the proposed transaction with Shaw Communications Inc. By their nature, forward-looking statements require Rogers to make assumptions and predictions and are subject to inherent risks and uncertainties and other factors (many of which are beyond our control) which give rise to the possibility that actual results or events could differ materially from our expectations expressed in or implied by such forward-looking statements. As a result, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements are made pursuant to the “safe harbour” provisions of the applicable Canadian and United States securities laws. Except as required by law, Rogers disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements.
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