Howard Barham Singleton

Howard Barham Singleton was a Canadian diplomat who served in numerous capacities, including as Canadian Ambassador to Haiti.

Early life and education

Singleton was born on 7 September 1927 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. He studied at the University of Alberta before receiving an Imperial Order Daughters of the Empire scholarship, which enabled him to attend Christ Church, Oxford.

Diplomatic career

Singleton pursued a long career as a Canadian diplomat. His service included postings in Finland, the United States, Vietnam, Lebanon, and various other countries. Notably, he served as the Canadian Ambassador to Haiti from 1980 to 1983.

Later life and death

After retiring from his diplomatic career, Singleton moved to London, United Kingdom, at the age of 70.
Singleton died on 14 March 2020 in London at the age of 91. He was survived by his adoptive sons Sean and Colin McAdam and their children. A memorial service was held in Ottawa, with his ashes being laid to rest alongside his parents in Edmonton.