ON THIS DAY

June 13, 2014 — This Sudbury, Ont., native received the Guinness World Record for “most game show episodes hosted by the same presenter (one programme).” Who is… Alex Trebek? The 75-year-old began his broadcast career hosting the popular teen quiz show Reach for the Top. He joined Jeopardy in 1984, and as of his award, had hosted more than 6,800 episodes. A graduate of the University of Ottawa, he announced a $5 million donation to his alma mater last month. To learn more, visit the Historica Canada website at www.historicacanada.ca