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===Can the non-profit adopt a modified version of the Model Bylaws?=== | ===Can the non-profit adopt a modified version of the Model Bylaws?=== | ||
Yes, the non-profit can alter the Model Bylaws to meet its needs, as long as the modifications are not in conflict with the ''Societies Act''. Some modifications to the Model Bylaws a non-profit might want to consider include: | Yes, the non-profit can alter the Model Bylaws to meet its needs, as long as the modifications are not in conflict with the ''Societies Act''. Some modifications to the Model Bylaws a non-profit might want to consider include: | ||
*Allowing for members’ meetings to be held electronically | *Allowing for members’ meetings to be held electronically; | ||
*Restricting access to s. 20 (2) records (board minutes and accounting records) | *Restricting access to s. 20(2) records (board minutes and accounting records). | ||
Some modifications a non-profit might want to consider for Schedule B bylaws: | Some modifications a non-profit might want to consider for Schedule B bylaws: | ||
*Allowing for emailing the notice of a members’ meeting (AGM/SGM) | *Allowing for emailing the notice of a members’ meeting (AGM/SGM); | ||
*Removing the debentures limitation | *Removing the debentures limitation; | ||
*Clarifying how officers are appointed | *Clarifying how officers are appointed; | ||
Removing seal provisions (non-profits do not need to have a seal under the ''Societies Act'') | *Removing seal provisions (non-profits do not need to have a seal under the ''Societies Act''). | ||
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