He came, he met us, he blew our minds—Jan. 10, 2016 saw the passing of David Bowie, one of popular music’s great artists, shapeshifters, and innovators. Over the course of a career spanning nearly five decades, Bowie’s music was as subversive as his constantly shifting personae. He was a misfit […]
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What I learned about resolve and resolutions
There are a lot of benefits to making, and keeping, a resolution for the year, but is it really worth it? Two roads diverged in a wood, and one led to no pizza for a year. Upon finishing your grueling challenge of abstaining from the favourite dish of the Ninja […]
The woeful stats on Guelph’s homeless cats
[This story is the first in a regular series about the breadth of University of Guelph research, written by participants in a program called Students Promoting Awareness of Research Knowledge (SPARK). The multi-award program, housed in the Office of Research, trains students in journalistic writing and connects them with researchers […]
The beauty of Christmas: Through the eyes of an atheist
The tree has been taken down, the stockings put away, and the gingerbread houses dismantled (read: devoured). Alas, the holiday season is over, which for many of us can mean only one thing: back to school (or work). I have always felt a little bit melancholy when the holiday season […]
Thinking positive about That Time of The Month
That Time of The Month is Guelph’s newest stand-up comedy show. The show premiered on Mon. Dec. 14, 2015 at 8:30 p.m., and is slotted for the second Monday of every month at The Cornerstone (that cool vegetarian/vegan restaurant at 1 Wyndham Street N.). Produced by Erinn White, Natalie Norman, […]
Guelph grad student named Forbes “Top 30 under 30”
A University of Guelph graduate student has been selected as a Top 30 under 30 social entrepreneur by Forbes magazine. Gavin Armstrong, a PhD student in Biomedical Sciences received recognition for his project, the Lucky Iron Fish. The award celebrates the entrepreneurship of candidates under 30-years-of-age, and includes categories such […]
Trendy cafés to try in Guelph
Every city has its hidden spots that only the locals know about. Whether it’s the best place to get sushi, the cheapest shop to get winter tires or the friendliest place to grab a coffee, these hidden places are part of what gives a city its personality. Going to a […]
The Contrarion
To mark the end of the 2015 publication year, we’ve decided to publish a series of satirical articles on a variety of ridiculous and hilarious topics. Aptly titled “The Contrarion,” writing humorous articles has been an ongoing tradition at our paper for many years. This year, we hope that our latest installation […]
Unvaccinated children suffer dihydrogen monoxide poisoning
Vaccines serve the purpose of protecting us from various diseases and bacteria that in the past, has led to severe illness, disability, and even death. They create immunity in our bodies through the injection of the virus’ inactive cells, which our body’s immune system will then retaliate and defend against […]
Ketchup is a fruit
In England this week, parliament and public health groups are meeting to discuss how to reduce childhood obesity in Great Britain. Proposals are wide and varied, and range from taxing sugar to changing school diets and encouraging exercise. What is crucial in all of the discussions though, is encouraging the […]
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The Ontarion publishes independent, student-produced news, opinion, and commentary for University of Guelph students so that they can make informed decisions in their lives. To do this, The Ontarion provides learning opportunities and training in journalism, media production, leadership, board governance, and other aspects of nonprofit news.
The Ontarion is the University of Guelph’s independent student newspaper. It began in 1951 as part of the Ontario Agricultural College and then began to represent the entire University of Guelph once it amalgamated in 1964. The Ontarion incorporated in May 1970 as The Ontarion, Inc., a not-for-profit corporation registered with the province of Ontario.