BAYTEX ENERGY CORP. - FORM 6-K FILING

This filing is a Report of Foreign Private Issuer (Form 6-K) for BAYTEX ENERGY CORP. for the month of April 2026. It includes notices and information related to the Annual Meeting of Shareholders scheduled for May 7, 2026. Key documents include the Notice of Meeting, Information Circular – Proxy Statement, and Form of Proxy. The meeting will be held virtually, with agenda items including the consideration of consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2025, election of eight directors, appointment of auditors, and an advisory vote on executive compensation. The filing also details the process for attending and voting at the virtual meeting, including specific instructions for registered and beneficial shareholders, and procedures for appointing proxyholders. Information regarding director nominees, their qualifications, and voting recommendations is provided. The company highlights its 2025 achievements, including strengthening its financial position and exiting U.S. Eagle Ford assets, and announces a CEO succession plan where Chad Lundberg will succeed Eric Greager post-meeting.