The former president of Fanshawe College is among four Londoners who have been appointed to the Order of Canada, the country's highest civilian honour.
Governor General David Johnston announced 113 new appointments on Thursday.
Howard Rundle was named a member of the Order for his commitment to the development and growth of Ontario’s colleges and for his leadership at Fanshawe College. Rundle was president of Fanshawe from 1995 until his retirement in August 2013.
The three other London recipients include music conductor Gerald Fagan, economist Ronald J. Wonnacott, and chemist and researcher Tsun-Kong Sham.
Fagan was also named as a member for his contributions to the advancement of choral music in Canada as a conductor and educator.
Wonnacott and Sham were appointed to the rank of Officer. Wonnacott was chosen for his contributions to Canadian international trade policy, particularly in relation to Canada’s free trade agreements. Sham was selected for his leadership in establishing the Canadian Light Source research facility, and for his seminal scientific contributions using synchrotron radiation.
The latest appointees will be presented their insignia at a ceremony to be held later this year.
The Order of Canada comes in three ranks: Companion, Officer, and Member. It was established in 1967 to recognize outstanding achievement, dedication to the community, and service to the nation. More than 6,500 people from all walks of life have been invested into the Order over the past 49-years.
Other notable Canadians receiving the Order in 2016 include gay-rights activist Salah Bachir, Olympic speed skater Nathalie Lambert, CEO of the Toronto International Film Festival Piers Guy Paton Handling, and writer Don McKellar.
