Owning up to the lethal shame of Elliot Rodger It’s nearly 10:30 p.m. and I have to work tomorrow, but I also have to get this done tonight after having elected to get this article in this addition so I could feel newsy. I’m on Zyban to quit smoking, and […]
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Dissecting the Right to Vote
Does the obligation to vote create a more meaningful election? It would seem that voting is the cornerstone of any democratic society. Whether dealing with municipal, provincial, or national elections, the right to vote is engrained within the fabric of the model democratic citizen. But how many Canadians actually take […]
In Conversation with David J. Knight
The Omen by John Galt & the City of Guelph Maintaining a career that spans three decades, David J. Knight has dedicated his life to the idea of heritage. His commitment to the City of Guelph has transcended the borders of geography and time. The writer and archaeologist began his […]
Promised Lands, Abstract Forms, and Shipwrecks
Macdonald Stewart Art Centre showcases spring shows Macdonald Stewart Art Centre is currently showcasing three exhibits, on display from May 3 to July 13th. Toronto-based artist Robert Hengeveld’s exhibit, “promised lands,” occupies the entire main floor of the gallery. Hengeveld, who was the artist in residence at the […]
Under the Radar
Students call for “trigger warnings” Students across the United States have submitted several requests for “trigger warnings” on specific material assigned in class, warning that the content could be upsetting or cause post-traumatic stress in victims of violent crime and assault. Bailey Loverin, a sophomore at UC Santa Barbara, was […]
Green Party Left Out of Debate
Party leader looks to garner public support in search of an invite On Tuesday, June 3rd, provincial party leaders Andrea Horwath (NDP), Tim Hudak (PC), and Kathleen Wynne (Liberal) will square-off in the only announced debate for the current election process. However, Green Party leader and City of Guelph candidate, […]
The Effect of this Election on Education
Progressive Conservative Party proposes education cuts in their platform In unveiling the Progressive Conservative platform, party leader Tim Hudak announced that in order to curtail the growing debt in Ontario, his party would stop spending in certain areas, increase trade, and decrease taxes. Many Ontarians will appreciate the tax cuts, […]
U of G Developed Vaccine Approved for Human Trials
Dr. Mario Monteiro and team celebrate huge leap forward for study Dr. Mario Monteiro, of the University of Guelph’s Department of Chemistry, has recently been approved for human clinical trial for his potential vaccine that would protect against Campylobacter jejuni, a bacteria that causes gastric disorders. Monteiro, who studies polysaccharides […]
The Weekly Review: Fantastic Planet
3 Surreal-Fish-Headed-Aliens out of 4 I’ve never been the greatest fan of surrealism. I’ve always felt that the strange colours, odd lines, and overcomplicated themes are confusing. Surrealism has always seemed like a strange way to examine reality; looking at an apple through a kaleidoscope lens to better understand the […]
Jam Space: Musing on Sound and Culture
Swans – To Be Kind The release of the thirteenth studio album by experimental collective Swans, titled To Be Kind, marks the group’s third full-length album since the end of their ten-year breakup. Following 2010’s My Father Will Guide Me up a Rope to the Sky and 2012’s 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.