All condominium unit owners have a right and responsibility to vote. Voting rights are based on the unit factor of the owner’s unit. If an owner’s unit is mortgaged, the mortgagee (money lender) has first priority to vote if written notice is given to the condominium corporation and the mortgagee is present for the vote. Anyone eligible to vote can do so personally or by proxy. Voting by proxy means a person at the meeting can vote on behalf of a person who is not present but entitled to vote. If an owner owes money to the corporation (for example, condo contributions or fees) for 30 days or more prior to a vote, the owner loses his or her right to vote. Check your registered bylaws for any further guidance on voting rights.