Henry Cecil Gunning, FRSC (September 9, 1901 – 1991) was a Canadian geologist and academic.
He concentrated on survey in the geology and mineral deposits of British Columbia, with a focus on Vancouver Island.
In 1953, Gunning was promoted to the position of Dean of the Faculty of Applied Science.
He surrendered that position in 1959 to travel to Rhodesia, Africa and conduct research.
Dr. Gunning returned to Vancouver to practice private consulting and also to establish an engineering program at the British Columbia Institute of Technology.