death of Dr. Mclnnes in 1925, Dr. Collins assumed the position of 
Acting Director of the Museum. 
The name “National Museum of Canada” dates from January 5, 
1927, when it was authorized by Order-in-Council. The Museum 
continued its close relationship with the Geological Survey under 
Dr. Collins as Acting Director. In 1936 a major shake-up of the 
Geological Survey, on the retirement of Dr. Collins, placed the 
Fig. 5. William Henry Collins (1878-1937). Director, Geological Survey 
of Canada, 1920 1936; Acting Director of the Museum, 1925-1936. 
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