Thomson Reuters Corp 6-K, filed Jun 21, 2021
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Thomson Reuters Corp filed this 6-K on June 21, 2021.
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 June 2021 | Commission File Number: 1-31349 |
THOMSON REUTERS CORPORATION
(Translation of registrant’s name into English)
333 Bay Street, Suite 300
Toronto, Ontario M5H 2R2, Canada
(Address of principal executive office)
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.
| THOMSON REUTERS CORPORATION (Registrant) |
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| By: | /s/ Marc E. Gold |
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| Name: | Marc E. Gold | |||||
| Title: | Deputy Company Secretary | |||||
Date: June 21, 2021
EXHIBIT INDEX
| Exhibit Number |
Description | |
| 99.1 |
Thomson Reuters Code of Business Conduct and Ethics | |
EXHIBIT 99.1
Trust Matters
Code of Business Conduct and Ethics
Table of contents
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| Table of contents | 3 |
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Message from CEO Steve Hasker
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Dear Colleagues,
Thomson Reuters continues to evolve as a global company to meet the complex and rapidly changing needs of our customers. As we grow and progress, one thing must remain constant – our commitment to operating with the highest standards of ethics and integrity. We each uphold the standards of our Trust Principles – integrity, independence and freedom from bias. Trust is our most valuable asset and we must work diligently to protect it.
The Thomson Reuters Code of Business Conduct and Ethics sets forth the high ethical standards for how we operate as a company. It applies to all directors, officers, employees, suppliers and business partners. It is your obligation to familiarize yourself with the Code. Its principles will serve as a guide when you encounter ethical questions throughout your career.
If you suspect misconduct, you can report it without fear of retaliation to your supervisor, HR, the ethics hotline or our Chief Compliance Officer.
Thank you for acting with integrity in every action, every day.
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| Steve Hasker |
| President and CEO |
| Thomson Reuters |
| Message from CEO Steve Hasker | 5 |
Trust matters
| 6 | Trust matters |
The Trust Principles
| Trust matters | 7 |
A global Code
| 8 | A global Code |
for more information.
| A global Code | 9 |
Our responsibilities
that we have received and read this Code and understand our obligations to comply with it
| 10 | Our responsibilities |
Making ethical decisions
Even those of us who are very familiar with our values, this Code and our policies may
find ourselves in situations where we are unsure of what course to take. In such cases, we can Seek Help.
Before moving forward, ask these questions:
| Making ethical decisions | 11 |
Speaking up and seeking help
| 12 | Speaking up and seeking help |
| Speaking up and seeking help | 13 |
| 14 |
Providing equal opportunities
| Providing equal opportunities | 15 |
Fostering a respectful workplace
| 16 | Fostering a respectful workplace |
| Fostering a respectful workplace | 17 |
if you believe the particular situation may require their involvement). 
| 18 | Fostering a respectful workplace |
Embracing diversity and inclusion
| Embracing diversity and inclusion | 19 |
Keeping workplaces safe, secure and healthy
| 20 | Keeping workplaces safe, secure and healthy |
| Keeping workplaces safe, secure and healthy | 21 |
Drugs and alcohol
| 22 | Keeping workplaces safe, secure and healthy |
| 23 |
Recognizing and avoiding conflicts of interest
We are trusted to . . .
| 24 | Recognizing and avoiding conflicts of interest |
| Recognizing and avoiding conflicts of interest | 25 |
| 26 | Recognizing and avoiding conflicts of interest |
if you are ever unsure about a potential conflict.
| Recognizing and avoiding conflicts of interest | 27 |
Dealing fairly and honestly
We are trusted to . . .
…compete vigorously, fairly and openly.
| 28 | Dealing fairly and honestly |
| Dealing fairly and honestly | 29 |
Working in our global markets
| 30 | Working in our global markets |
| Working in our global markets | 31 |
| 32 | Working in our global markets |
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What is an acceptable gift?
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| Determining what is “not excessive in value” requires your good faith judgment. It may change depending on the situation.
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| Acceptable gifts and entertainment generally include: | Unacceptable gifts and entertainment generally include: | |
| · Promotional items with company logos
· Meals and entertainment of modest value when business is being conducted
· Tickets to a local sporting or cultural event
· Gifts of nominal value that are customarily given on national holidays
· Prizes randomly given or received through raffles, contests or industry events
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· Cash or cash equivalents
· Events, trips or even meals where there is no clear business purpose
· Anything of value given to or received from a government official | |
| Decisions matter |
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If you aren’t sure whether you should offer or accept a gift, ask yourself:
| Working in our global markets | 33 |
| 34 | Working in our global markets |
| Working in our global markets | 35 |
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Respecting our intellectual property
and that of others
| 38 | Respecting our intellectual property and that of others |
| Respecting our intellectual property and that of others | 39 |
| 40 | Respecting our intellectual property and that of others |
| Respecting our intellectual property and that of others | 41 |
Protecting confidential information and data privacy
| 42 | Protecting confidential information and data privacy |
| Protecting confidential information and data privacy | 43 |
Doing so promptly can mitigate the effects of the breach and help us take the right actions quickly to manage the incident, secure the data and reduce the risk of future breaches.
| 44 | Protecting confidential information and data privacy |
| Protecting confidential information and data privacy | 45 |
Using information and communications systems responsibly
| 46 | Using information and communications systems responsibly |
| Using information and communications systems responsibly | 47 |
Safeguarding our assets
We are trusted to . . .
| 48 | Safeguarding our assets |
| 49 |
Accurate financial records
We are trusted to . . .
| 50 | Accurate financial records |
for more information, including on how to submit reports anonymously.
| Accurate financial records | 51 |
Managing our records
We are trusted to . . .
| 52 | Managing our records |
| Managing our records | 53 |
Contract authorization
| 54 | Contract authorization |
| Contract authorization | 55 |
The media and using social media responsibly
| 56 | The media and using social media responsibly |
approval 
| The media and using social media responsibly | 57 |
| 58 | The media and using social media responsibly |
| 59 |
Being a responsible global corporate citizen
| 60 | Being a responsible global corporate citizen |
| Being a responsible global corporate citizen | 61 |
Contributing to our communities
| 62 | Contributing to our communities |
| Contributing to our communities | 63 |
Participating in the political process
We are trusted to . . .
dictate must remain free from political bias, both in appearance and in practice. Just as the Trust Principles apply to all Thomson Reuters employees and not journalists alone, so too does the obligation for all of us
to ensure that the company is not improperly linked to any particular political group or activity.
| 64 | Participating in the political process |
| Participating in the political process | 65 |
Seek Help: Helpful contact information
General Contacts for External Inquiries (Including Investor and Media Relations)
On TR.com: https://www.thomsonreuters.com/en/contact-us.html
Human Resources Representatives, Thomson Reuters Lawyers and Communications Representatives
If you do not know how to contact your local Human Resources representative, a Thomson Reuters lawyer who supports your business or your local Communications representative, please review the list below. You also can find contact information and additional policies and procedures in the “Resources” section of the TR Intranet.
| Code of Business Conduct and Ethics | Records & Information Governance | |||||
| On the Intranet: https://thehub.thomsonreuters.com/groups/ code-of-business-conduct-and-ethics | E-mail: ECHelp@tr.com | |||||
| On TR.com: https://ir.thomsonreuters.com/corporate-governance/code-conduct | Global Service Desk | |||||
| On the Intranet: https://thomsonreuters.service- now.com/sp/?id=index | ||||||
| Business Conduct and Ethics Hotline | ||||||
| On the Intranet: https://thehub.thomsonreuters.com/groups/ business-conduct-and-ethics-hotline | Global Security | |||||
| E-mail: globalsecurity@tr.com | ||||||
| Telephone: + (1) 877.373.8837 (outside of the United States and Canada, dial your country access number first to dial toll-free) | ||||||
| Security Operations Center (Security Emergencies) | ||||||
| Web Form: http://www.thomsonreuters.ethicspoint.com | Telephone: | EMEA: | +44 (0)20 7542 5660 | |||
| Americas: | +1 646 223 8911 / 8912 | |||||
| Legal / Compliance Policies, Tools and Resources | APAC: | +91 806 6677 2200 | ||||
| On the Intranet: https://thehub.thomsonreuters.com/groups/ legal-and-compliance-policies-tools-and-resources | E-mail: gsoc@tr.com | |||||
| Web Form: https://thomsonreuters.ethicspointvp.com/ custom/thomsonreuters/en/sec/ | ||||||
| Corporate Legal Department | ||||||
| E-mail: legal@tr.com | Facility Service Requests | |||||
| On the Intranet: https://thehub.thomsonreuters.com/ docs/ DOC-770619 | ||||||
| Enterprise Compliance | ||||||
| E-mail: enterprisecompliance@tr.com | ||||||
| Environmental Health and Safety | ||||||
| Human Resources Contacts for Employees and Managers | E-mail: tr.ehs@tr.com | |||||
| On the Intranet: https://thehub.thomsonreuters.com/docs/ DOC-2058275 | ||||||
| Corporate Responsibility | ||||||
| E-mail: corporate.responsibility@tr.com | ||||||
| Corporate Compliance and Audit Department | ||||||
| E-mail: corporatecompliance@tr.com | ||||||
| Social Impact Institute | ||||||
| Information Security Risk Management | E-mail: impact.institute@tr.com | |||||
| E-mail: infosecriskmanagement@tr.com | Social Media Team | |||||
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Privacy Office |
E-mail: CorporateSocialMediaTeam@tr.com | |||||
| E-mail: privacy.issues@tr.com | ||||||
Go to the Table of contents.
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| 66 | Seek Help: Helpful contact information |
Legal notice
This Code serves as a reference to you. Thomson Reuters reserves the right to modify, suspend or revoke this Code and any and all policies, procedures, and programs in whole or in part, at any time, with or without notice. Thomson Reuters also reserves the right to interpret this Code and these policies in its sole discretion as it deems appropriate.
Neither this Code nor any statements made by any employee of Thomson Reuters, whether oral or written, confer any rights, privileges or benefits on any employee, create an entitlement to continued employment at Thomson Reuters, establish conditions of employment, or create an express or implied employment contract of any kind between employees and Thomson Reuters. In addition, all employees should understand that this Code does not modify their employment relationship, whether at will or governed by a written contract.
The version of this Code that appears online at www.thomsonreuters.com may be more current and up-to-date and supersedes any paper copies or previous versions should there be any discrepancy between paper copies, previous versions and what is posted online.
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| Legal notice | 67 |
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