Digital Voting
Electronic Voting
A voting method where owners cast ballots through a digital platform rather than solely by paper ballot or show of hands.
In plain language
Electronic voting lets owners vote online or through a meeting platform instead of marking paper ballots. It can improve access for remote owners and speed tabulation — but only when the corporation has proper authority in its declaration, bylaws, and meeting notice.
Electronic voting is not automatic in every Ontario condo. Corporations often need owner approval, a bylaw, or clear procedural rules before using it for elections or motions.
Key points
- Notice must explain how electronic voting works and how owners participate.
- Platforms should provide an audit trail for contested elections.
- Backup plans (proxy, in-person, or adjournment) matter if technology fails.