Belinda Stronach
Belinda Stronach | |
|---|---|
Stronach in February 2018 | |
| Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development | |
| In office May 17, 2005 – February 5, 2006 | |
| Prime Minister | Paul Martin |
| Preceded by | Lucienne Robillard |
| Succeeded by | Diane Finley (Human Resources and Social Development) |
| Member of Parliament for Newmarket—Aurora | |
| In office June 28, 2004 – October 14, 2008 | |
| Preceded by | Riding established |
| Succeeded by | Lois Brown |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Belinda Caroline Stronach May 2, 1966 Newmarket, Ontario, Canada |
| Political party | Liberal (2005–present) |
| Other political affiliations | Conservative (before 2005) |
| Spouse(s) | Donald J. Walker (div.) Johann Olav Koss (div.) |
| Children | 2, Nicole Walker and Frank Walker |
| Parent(s) | Elfriede Stronach (mother) and Frank Stronach (father) |
| Residence(s) | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Occupation | Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President, The Stronach Group |
Belinda Caroline Stronach (born May 2, 1966) is a prominent Canadian businesswoman, philanthropist, and former politician. She served as a Member of Parliament (MP) from 2004 to 2008, initially as a Conservative and later as a Liberal after crossing the floor.
During her political career, Stronach held significant positions:
- Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development (May 17, 2005 – February 6, 2006)
- Minister responsible for Democratic Renewal (May 17, 2005 – February 6, 2006)
After leaving politics, Stronach assumed leadership roles in several prominent organizations:
- Executive Vice-Chair of Magna International (Canada's largest automotive parts manufacturer) until December 31, 2010
- Chair, CEO, and President of The Stronach Group
- Founder and Chair of The Belinda Stronach Foundation, a Canadian charitable organization
- Co-founder and Director of Acasta Enterprises until 2017, when she resigned from the board
In the early 2000s, Stronach was recognized by the World Economic Forum and various media outlets, including the National Post and Fortune magazine, as a promising future leader.