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Bell Canada (NYSE: BCE) renews MTN debenture program to 2029

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BCE Inc., through its subsidiary Bell Canada, has renewed Bell’s Medium Term Notes (MTN) program by filing a prospectus supplement to a short form base shelf prospectus dated April 2, 2026 with Canadian securities regulators.

The renewed MTN program permits Bell to offer MTN Debentures from time to time until May 2, 2029. These debentures will be fully and unconditionally guaranteed by BCE Inc., and any specific offering will be detailed in a separate pricing supplement.

The MTN Debentures are intended for the Canadian market, are not registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, and may not be offered or sold in the United States or to or for the account or benefit of U.S. persons.

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Base shelf prospectus date April 2, 2026 Date of short form base shelf prospectus for MTN program
MTN program expiry May 2, 2029 Last date Bell can offer MTN Debentures under renewed program
News release date April 6, 2026 Date Bell announced the renewal of the MTN program
Medium Term Notes (MTN) program financial
"Bell Canada (Bell) today announced the filing of a prospectus supplement ... to renew Bell’s MTN program."
short form base shelf prospectus regulatory
"prospectus supplement to a short form base shelf prospectus dated April 2, 2026"
A short form base shelf prospectus is a pre-approved, reusable document that lets a company register a pool of securities (like stocks or bonds) it can sell over time without repeating a full disclosure process each time. Think of it as a menu the company files once so it can quickly offer items from that menu later; investors care because it speeds up capital raises, can dilute existing holdings, and signals the company’s ability to access funding when needed.
prospectus supplement regulatory
"announced the filing of a prospectus supplement to a short form base shelf prospectus"
A prospectus supplement is an additional document provided alongside a company's main offering details, offering updated or extra information about a specific financial product being sold. It helps investors understand the latest terms, risks, and details of the investment, similar to how an update or revision clarifies or expands on original instructions, ensuring they have current and complete information before making a decision.
U.S. Securities Act of 1933 regulatory
"The MTN Debentures have not been, and will not be, registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933"
Regulation S regulatory
"U.S. persons (as defined in Regulation S under the U.S. Securities Act)"
Regulation S is a set of rules that allows companies to sell securities (like shares or bonds) to investors outside the United States without having to follow all U.S. securities laws. It matters because it makes it easier for companies to raise money from international investors while still complying with U.S. regulations.
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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

 

 

April 7, 2026

Commission File Number: 1-8481

 

 

BCE Inc.

(Translation of registrant’s name into English)

 

 

1, carrefour Alexander-Graham-Bell,

Verdun, Québec

Canada H3E 3B3

(514) 870-8777

(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 ☒

Notwithstanding any reference to BCE Inc.’s Web site on the World Wide Web in the document attached hereto, the information contained in BCE Inc.’s site or any other site on the World Wide Web referred to in BCE Inc.’s site is not a part of this Form 6-K and, therefore, is not furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission.

SIGNATURE

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.

 

    BCE Inc.
Date: April 7, 2026     By:  

/s/ Melanie Schweizer

      Name: Melanie Schweizer
      Title: Senior Vice-President, Corporate Services and Corporate Secretary

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 Exhibit 

    
99.1  

News Release

Exhibit 99.1

 

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For Immediate Release

Bell Canada renews Medium Term Notes (MTN) program

MONTRÉAL, April 6, 2026 – Bell Canada (Bell) today announced the filing of a prospectus supplement to a short form base shelf prospectus dated April 2, 2026 with the various securities regulatory authorities in all provinces of Canada to renew Bell’s MTN program.

The MTN program will enable Bell to offer MTN Debentures from time to time until May 2, 2029. The MTN Debentures will be fully and unconditionally guaranteed by BCE Inc. (TSX, NYSE: BCE). Consistent with past practice, the MTN program was renewed to continue to provide Bell with financial flexibility and efficient access to the Canadian capital markets.

Bell also entered into a dealer agreement under which certain dealers have agreed to act as agents with respect to future offerings of the MTN Debentures.

This news release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, nor shall there be any sale of these securities, in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. Any offer of securities covered by the prospectus supplement will be made by a pricing supplement containing specific information about the terms of any such offering. The MTN Debentures have not been, and will not be, registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended (U.S. Securities Act), or any U.S. state securities laws and may not be offered or sold in the United States or to or for the account or benefit of U.S. persons (as defined in Regulation S under the U.S. Securities Act).

About Bell

Bell is Canada’s largest communications company,1 leading the way in advanced fibre and wireless networks, enterprise services and digital media. By delivering next-generation technology that leverages cloud-based and AI-driven solutions, we’re keeping customers connected, informed and entertained while enabling businesses to compete on the world stage. To learn more, please visit Bell.ca or BCE.ca.

1 Based on total revenue and total combined customer connections.

Media inquiries:

Ellen Murphy

media@bell.ca

Investor inquiries:

Krishna Somers

krishna.somers@bell.ca

Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

FAQ

What did BCE (BCE) announce regarding Bell Canada’s MTN program?

BCE announced that Bell Canada renewed its Medium Term Notes (MTN) program by filing a prospectus supplement to a short form base shelf prospectus dated April 2, 2026. This keeps Bell’s ability to issue MTN Debentures active in the Canadian market.

How long can Bell Canada issue MTN Debentures under the renewed program?

Under the renewed MTN program, Bell Canada may offer MTN Debentures from time to time until May 2, 2029. Each issuance will be made under the Canadian prospectus framework and detailed in a separate pricing supplement describing the specific terms.

Are Bell Canada’s MTN Debentures guaranteed by BCE Inc.?

Yes. The MTN Debentures issued under Bell Canada’s renewed MTN program will be fully and unconditionally guaranteed by BCE Inc. This means BCE stands behind Bell’s payment obligations on the debentures under the terms described in the Canadian disclosure documents.

Can Bell Canada’s MTN Debentures be offered in the United States?

No. The MTN Debentures have not been, and will not be, registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933 or any U.S. state securities laws. They may not be offered or sold in the United States or to or for the account or benefit of U.S. persons.

How will investors learn the specific terms of any MTN Debenture offering by Bell?

Any MTN Debenture offering under Bell Canada’s renewed program will be made using a pricing supplement to the prospectus supplement. That pricing supplement will contain specific information about the terms of the particular issuance, including features relevant to prospective purchasers.

Why does Bell Canada renew its MTN program according to BCE?

BCE states that, consistent with past practice, Bell renewed the MTN program to continue providing financial flexibility and efficient access to Canadian capital markets. The structure allows Bell to issue MTN Debentures when market conditions and financing needs align.

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