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Tag: Special Resolutions

Can my society have alternate directors?

September 24, 2018September 24, 2018 Steve

Can my society have “alternate directors” — individuals who exercise the powers of an absent director? Can directors vote by proxy? What are the limits in general corporate law applicable to societies in this situation?

Charities and Non-Profits, Directors, NewsAlternate Directors, Corporate Law, Directors, Special Resolutions

The Basics of Special Resolutions

October 3, 2017January 15, 2019 Steve

AGM Season is upon us, and I thought it wise to remind BC societies of the basics of the “Special Resolution”, the super-majority necessary at a meeting of the members to pass fundamental changes to the constitution or bylaws of a society, and to make other major changes as well.

Charities and Non-Profits, The ActGeneral Meetings, Special Resolutions

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