Proxy ​

A proxy is a written authorization that lets one person vote at a meeting on behalf of an owner who can't attend. The owner appoints someone — often another owner or a board member — to carry their vote.

What it means for your board ​

In a small self-managed corporation, proxies are often what saves an AGM. When owners are away or unavailable, a proxy lets their vote still count — and lets them count toward quorum, so the meeting can actually proceed.

A valid proxy generally has to be in writing and properly completed before the meeting. Boards should make blank proxy forms easy to get ahead of an AGM and keep the signed forms on file with the meeting records.

What the Condominium Property Act says ​

Owners may generally appoint a proxy to act and vote for them at a meeting, subject to the form and requirements set out in the Condominium Property Act and your corporation's bylaws.

Confirm what makes a proxy valid — form, signing, and timing — against the Act and your bylaws before counting proxy votes.

How Qworum helps ​

Qworum keeps proxy records with the meeting they belong to, so every represented vote is documented and auditable. Start a free trial.

General information about Alberta condominium concepts — not legal advice. Confirm your corporation's obligations under the Condominium Property Act.