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Toronto Sun
01-08-2025
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- Toronto Sun
Woman files lawsuit against Frank Stronach, Magna over alleged 1986 sexual assault
Published Aug 01, 2025 • 2 minute read Billionaire Frank Stronach on Sept. 29, 2013. Photo by Kerstin Joensson / THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Billionaire businessman Frank Stronach, who is awaiting trial on more than a dozen charges related to sexual assault, is now also facing a civil lawsuit from a woman who alleges he sexually assaulted her decades ago when she was a student sponsored by Magna, the auto parts company he founded. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. 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Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account In a statement of claim filed in June, Jane Boon alleges Stronach sexually assaulted her at a company guest house in December 1986 after plying her with alcohol during a corporate party at a Toronto restaurant he owned. She also alleges Magna knew Stronach, who was the company's controlling shareholder and director at the time, posed a risk to female students receiving sponsorship and took no steps to warn or protect her or others like her. The allegations have not been tested in court and neither Stronach nor Magna have filed a statement of defence at this time. Stronach's civil lawyer, Sarit Batner, says he 'strenuously denies the allegations and will vigorously defend this lawsuit.' Magna declined to comment, citing the ongoing legal claim. Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The 92-year-old tycoon was charged last year with 18 counts _ including sexual assault and indecent assault — related to 13 complainants, with some allegations dating back to the 1970s. He's expected to face trial on 12 of the counts in Toronto early next year, and has pleaded not guilty in that case. Another trial is set to take place later in Newmarket on the remaining counts. Stronach has denied all allegations against him. Boon is not among the complainants in the criminal cases, none of whom can be identified due to a standard publication ban. Boon alleges in the lawsuit that she was sexually assaulted by Stronach after attending Magna's annual shareholder meeting in December 1986, followed by a corporate after-party that evening at a Toronto restaurant he owned. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. She claims Stronach seated her next to him at the dinner table, where the restaurant's maitre d' topped up wine glasses 'frequently,' and he pulled her onto the dance floor at one point. The lawsuit says Boon, who was working in Guelph, Ont., at the time, declined an offer to stay at the corporate guest house that night. But when Stronach's driver came over to the table after dessert, Boon alleges Stronach announced: 'Jane has had too much to drink. She can't go back to Guelph. I'll drive her to the guest house and you can take her car.' The lawsuit claims an 'incredulous and uncertain' Boon left with Stronach, worried about her future and what would happen if she rebuffed him. Stronach took her to the guest house north of Toronto, where he undressed her and had unprotected sex with her without consent, the lawsuit alleges. 'The sexual abuse and misconduct by Stronach has had significant ongoing negative consequences on Boon's life,' the claim says. — With files from Sonja Puzic. Canada Toronto & GTA Celebrity Columnists Toronto Blue Jays
Vancouver Sun
01-08-2025
- Business
- Vancouver Sun
Woman files lawsuit against Frank Stronach, Magna over alleged 1986 sexual assault
Billionaire businessman Frank Stronach, who is awaiting trial on more than a dozen charges related to sexual assault, is now also facing a civil lawsuit from a woman who alleges he sexually assaulted her decades ago when she was a student sponsored by Magna, the auto parts company he founded. In a statement of claim filed in June, Jane Boon alleges Stronach sexually assaulted her at a company guest house in December 1986 after plying her with alcohol during a corporate party at a Toronto restaurant he owned. She also alleges Magna knew Stronach, who was the company's controlling shareholder and director at the time, posed a risk to female students receiving sponsorship and took no steps to warn or protect her or others like her. Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sunrise will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. The allegations have not been tested in court and neither Stronach nor Magna have filed a statement of defence at this time. Stronach's civil lawyer, Sarit Batner, says he 'strenuously denies the allegations and will vigorously defend this lawsuit.' Magna declined to comment, citing the ongoing legal claim. The 92-year-old tycoon was charged last year with 18 counts _ including sexual assault and indecent assault — related to 13 complainants, with some allegations dating back to the 1970s. He's expected to face trial on 12 of the counts in Toronto early next year, and has pleaded not guilty in that case. Another trial is set to take place later in Newmarket on the remaining counts. Stronach has denied all allegations against him. Boon is not among the complainants in the criminal cases, none of whom can be identified due to a standard publication ban. Our website is the place for the latest breaking news, exclusive scoops, longreads and provocative commentary. Please bookmark and sign up for our daily newsletter, Posted, here .
Global News
01-08-2025
- Automotive
- Global News
Woman files lawsuit against Frank Stronach, Magna over alleged 1986 sexual assault
Billionaire businessman Frank Stronach, who is awaiting trial on more than a dozen charges related to sexual assault, is now also facing a civil lawsuit from a woman who alleges he sexually assaulted her decades ago when she was a student sponsored by Magna, the auto parts company he founded. In a statement of claim filed in June, Jane Boon alleges Stronach sexually assaulted her at a company guest house in December 1986 after plying her with alcohol during a corporate party at a Toronto restaurant he owned. She also alleges Magna knew Stronach, who was the company's controlling shareholder and director at the time, posed a risk to female students receiving sponsorship and took no steps to warn or protect her or others like her. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy The allegations have not been tested in court and neither Stronach nor Magna have filed a statement of defence at this time. Stronach's civil lawyer, Sarit Batner, says he 'strenuously denies the allegations and will vigorously defend this lawsuit.' Magna declined to comment, citing the ongoing legal claim. Story continues below advertisement The 92-year-old tycoon was charged last year with 18 counts – including sexual assault and indecent assault – related to 13 complainants, with some allegations dating back to the 1970s. He's expected to face trial on 12 of the counts in Toronto early next year, and has pleaded not guilty in that case. Another trial is set to take place later in Newmarket on the remaining counts. Stronach has denied all allegations against him. Boon is not among the complainants in the criminal cases, none of whom can be identified due to a standard publication ban.
Toronto Sun
26-06-2025
- Business
- Toronto Sun
Frank Stronach to stand trial in Toronto early next year before judge alone
Published Jun 26, 2025 • 1 minute read Canadian businessman Frank Stronach in this file photo from 2018. Photo by Alexander Klein / AFP/Getty Images Billionaire businessman Frank Stronach is now set to stand trial in his Toronto sexual assault case early next year before a judge alone. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Stronach's defence lawyer says he switched from a jury trial to one with a judge alone with the Crown's consent in a hearing this morning, with the trial scheduled to begin in February. Defence lawyer Leora Shemesh also confirms that her client pleaded not guilty today to the 12 charges he faces in Toronto. Stronach is also expected to face a separate trial in Newmarket, Ont., later in 2026 after the case was split into two proceedings last year. Read More The 92-year-old tycoon, who became one of Canada's wealthiest people as the founder of auto parts giant Magna, was charged last year with 18 counts involving 13 complainants across Ontario. The charges include sexual assault and indecent assault, and some of them date back decades. Stronach has denied all allegations against him. Toronto Raptors CFL Canada Celebrity Celebrity
Global News
26-06-2025
- Business
- Global News
Frank Stronach to stand trial in Toronto early next year before judge alone
Billionaire businessman Frank Stronach is now set to stand trial in his Toronto sexual assault case early next year before a judge alone. Stronach's defence lawyer says he switched from a jury trial to one with a judge alone with the Crown's consent in a hearing Friday morning, with the trial scheduled to begin in February. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy Defence lawyer Leora Shemesh also confirms that her client pleaded not guilty Friday to the 12 charges he faces in Toronto. Stronach is also expected to face a separate trial in Newmarket, Ont., later in 2026 after the case was split into two proceedings last year. The 92-year-old tycoon, who became one of Canada's wealthiest people as the founder of auto parts giant Magna, was charged last year with 18 counts involving 13 complainants across Ontario. The charges include sexual assault and indecent assault, and some of them date back decades. Story continues below advertisement Stronach has denied all allegations against him.
