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 ===What is the minimum vote threshold to pass an ordinary or special resolution?===
-The ''Societies Act'' requires a 2/3 threshold to pass a special resolution. An ordinary resolution can be passed by simple majority. In either case, it is the number of votes cast by the voting members present that counts, not the total current membership of the non-profit.
+If voted on at a general meeting, an ordinary resolution requires a simple majority (more than 50%) of voting members present to pass. A special resolution requires a 2/3 majority support of voting members present to pass. In either case, it is the number of votes cast by the voting members present that counts, not the total current membership of the non-profit.
+If voted on in writing, an ordinary resolution requires 2/3 majority support of all voting members to pass. A special resolution must receive unanimous support of all voting members to pass in writing. In either case, written resolutions must be sent to all voting members, and it is the total current voting members of the non-profit that counts for the threshold.
 ==Amending the Bylaws and Constitution==