Activists hope ghoulish performance will raise proportional representation from the dead On Jan. 27, protesters donned their best zombie outfits and performed a sketch outside of Liberal Minister of Parliament Lloyd Longfield’s office in Guelph. The aim of the performance was to spur social and political interest in electoral reform.[trx_slider engine=”swiper” […]
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Red Bull sponsors eSports at Guelph
Funding provided for campus events and beyond Recently, Red Bull has decided to sponsor the Guelph Electronic Gaming Organization (EGO). The first Red Bull sponsored event, a League of Legends party night and a tournament, was held on Tuesday, Jan. 30th The EGO has many events lined up; there are […]
New Rhye record is occasionally captivating, though slightly washed out
Toronto singer Milosh’s R&B project follows up on critically acclaimed debut Rhye hit the scene back in 2013 with their songs “Open” and “The Fall.” The group (initially composed of Canadian singer Milosh and Danish musician Robin Hannibal — Hannibal has since left) released their debut album, Woman, the same […]
Top five tips for mastering your postgrad applications
It doesn’t have to be like enduring another undergrad degree It’s that time of year again — ambitious New Year’s resolutions are slowly fading, midterms are around the corner, and your postgraduate application deadlines are coming up fast. It may seem like you’re falling into a never-ending hole of to-do […]
Chia seeds: the runners’ food
A healthy pudding recipe, high in protein and nutrients Containing more calcium than a glass of milk, and high in antioxidants, chia seeds are quickly becoming one of the most popular superfoods on the market today. This product may be small, but it is one of the highest plant-based […]
Gryphons suffer 0-2 loss to NYU in LoL collegiate gaming circuit
NYU’s Maulface creates issue for Gryphons in the mid lane and jungle The Guelph Gryphons League of Legends (LoL) collegiate team played against New York University for the second round of matches in the 2018 College League of Legends season. They went into the games with high hopes, coming off […]
Streeters: What do you think about the recent increase to the minimum wage in Ontario?
The Ontarion asks Gryphons Nicole Iarusci Second year, Animal Biology There are some pros and cons to changing the minimum wage, but I feel that for entry level jobs, it is acceptable. Since it’s been increased, there have been some conflicts with certain companies such as Tim Horton’s since increasing […]
The Future is Female: Winegard Lecture emphasizes feminism in development
Marie-Claude Bibeau talks Canada’s new International Assistance Policy On Monday, Jan. 22, 2018, the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau presented the annual Winegard Lecture in Rozanski hall to an audience of faculty, students, and community members. Bibeau is the current minister of international development and the Francophonie. Her presentation, entitled The Future […]
In photos: Christmas in Iceland
My Christmas and New Year’s in Iceland has been one of the most memorable events of my life. Although I have been to Iceland on five separate occasions, there is always something new to explore and see, and this trip was no different. While there, I was able to […]
ON then & now: CFRU: The more things change…
Looking back at U of G’s radio station When I returned to Guelph after 35 years of being away, I was pleased to hear CFRU, the campus radio station, was still going strong. It sounded as eccentric and alternative as when I’d had a radio show there in 1980, so […]
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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.