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===What is a consent resolution?=== | ===What is a consent resolution?=== | ||
A consent resolution of directors is a directors’ resolution that is passed without having a meeting of directors. The default requirement from the ''Societies Act'' is for all the directors to agree. However, this can be reduced to a lesser number through the bylaws. The consent must be given in writing or as provided for by the bylaws. | A consent resolution of directors is a directors’ resolution that is passed without having a meeting of directors. To pass a consent resolution, a copy of the resolution must first be sent to all directors. The default requirement from the ''Societies Act'' is for all the directors to agree. However, this can be reduced to a lesser number through the bylaws. The consent must be given in writing or as provided for by the bylaws. | ||
===Do the directors of a non-profit have the ability to make and pass motions that would ultimately change the purpose of the non-profit once they are acted upon? Or, would these types of motions need to go to an AGM or special general meeting for all of the non-profit members to vote on?=== | ===Do the directors of a non-profit have the ability to make and pass motions that would ultimately change the purpose of the non-profit once they are acted upon? Or, would these types of motions need to go to an AGM or special general meeting for all of the non-profit members to vote on?=== | ||
