Trump’s Twitter outburst marks a trend in the intersection of art and politics On Nov. 18, vice-president-elect Mike Pence attended a performance of the hit musical Hamilton in Chicago. After the performance, actor Victor Dixon addressed Pence in a letter co-written by the show’s creator and director, Lin-Manuel Miranda, calling […]
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Erie sounds from Lowlands
Guelph-based folk band throws album release party at eBar People rush to the bar to grab a round before finding a seat, scraping their pockets for loose change. Glasses clink in the low light of the eBar as patrons settle into their seats, chatting with friends. First-timers look and point […]
Album of the Week
Lady Gaga’s newest album Joanne, released in October of this year, has a surprising and much-welcomed new sound. The pop sensation, usually known for her absurd outfits and upbeat sound, has taken a very serene approach to her new album, named for her late aunt. Songs such as the titular […]
A celebration in honour of Guelph’s favourite comedy spot
The Making-Box turns three The Making-Box, Guelph’s premiere comedy and improvisation group, celebrated its third birthday on Nov. 25. Instead of cake, they celebrated with what they do best: an evening of song and laughter. As people streamed in, they were greeted with lights and music. The room buzzed with […]
Innovative neuroscience major coming to Guelph
Students and faculty excited about the new program’s potential The University of Guelph has been at the forefront of biological research and innovation for decades and it continues to evolve to this day. Beginning in September 2017, undergraduate students have the opportunity to major in neuroscience in addition to the […]
Debate over electoral reform
All-party committee set to make a decision The all-party committee on electoral reform (ERRE) has been meeting behind closed doors and discussing possible solutions to issues of representation with the first-past-the-post system in Canada. The first-past-the-post system requires voters to pick one candidate on their ballot. However, there has been […]
Connecting Indigenous youth through multimedia initiative
U of G alumna among the founding members of the We Matter campaign Earlier this year, the Attawapiskat suicide crisis saw a total of 11 First Nations youth attempting to take their own lives, all in a 24-hour period. According to CBC News, Attawapiskat hospital staff were overwhelmed as seven […]
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Snapchat Spectacles: Just another attempt at Google Glass?
The high demand for Snapchat’s new product has raised questions about spying Video-based social network Snapchat has been keeping its users on the edge of their seats with its newest product: Snapchat Spectacles. Released earlier this month, Snapchat Spectacles are currently being sold sporadically. Consumers can only find them in […]
The flaws of food bans and front-of-package labelling
Why nutrient “warnings” and prohibitions are a bad idea As recently reported in The Ontarion and other news outlets, Health Canada is seeking feedback on their proposal for mandatory front-of-package (FOP) labels on foods high in sugars, sodium, and saturated fat. These particular nutrients are deemed “a public health concern,” […]
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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.