We Are the Halluci Nation is a stellar 4.5 out of 5 stars A Tribe Called Red (ATCR) rose to prominence through their creative amalgamation of sounds that blends powwow drum groups with elements of drum and bass, dubstep, hip-hop, trance, and electro, which some have dubbed “powwow-step.” With their […]
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How to Dress Well releases new electronic album Care
Electronic music meets easy listening Care is the definition of a modern album. Recently released by American singer-songwriter Tom Krell, known by the stage name “How to Dress Well,” the album has received praise for its dance-invoking, yet sophisticated tracks. “What’s Up” is the upbeat single on the album showcasing […]
Album of the Week
From the first string of distorted notes on “This is How it Goes,” to the last abrupt snare fill on “Voices of Violence,” Billy Talent’s self-titled debut album remains their most hard-hitting and distinctive album to date. The recent release the band’s fifth studio album Afraid of Heights has us […]
Canada and China return to talks about trade agreements
New plans to form following Li Keqiang’s visit to the capital Chinese Premier Li Keqiang’s recent visit to Ottawa on Sept. 21, 2016 marks the first visit by a Chinese Premier in over 13 years. With Keqiang’s visit, China and Canada set to strengthen their ties in economic trade and […]
Take Back the Night participants take to Guelph’s streets
A cornerstone for sexual and domestic violence survivors Nearly 200 community members and students gathered with the a collective objective to “Take Back the Night” at Marianne’s Park on Thurs, Sept. 22. Organized by Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis, participants rallied in solidarity with survivors of sexual and domestic violence. After […]
Nestle’s water taking permit war hits a boiling point at City Hall
The future of water-taking in Guelph area On Mon, Sept. 26, a rally was held outside Guelph’s City Hall promoting water protection in the Guelph-Wellington area. This gathering directly preceded a City Council meeting in which Councillor James Gordon put forth the motion to oppose Nestlé’s recent acquisition of the […]
Saskatchewan MP compares Ontario’s sex-ed curriculum to the residential school system
CPC leadership candidate claims that both have a similar “underlying principle” Saskatchewan Conservative MP Brad Trost has recently stirred controversy after drawing a comparison between Ontario’s sex-ed curriculum and Aboriginal residential schools while speaking at a Queen’s Park protest on Sept. 21. “Now, the most tragic violation, which I don’t […]
The do’s and don’ts of a safe and pleasant homecoming
A couple tips on safety and etiquette Homecoming comes at the perfect time of year. Your classes have started, but your plans to resume the fetal position don’t begin until October. You bought textbooks, but you haven’t necessarily opened them yet. And that’s alright. It’s important to cut loose, enjoy […]
Distracted driving legislation
The need for laws reveals a sad truth Last week, as I was perusing a copy of the Toronto Sun (the Toronto Star, sadly, was sold out), I came across a column written by former Ontario Ombudsman André Marin. In this particular issue, Marin was bemoaning the persistence of Ontarians […]
The rise and fall of Pokémon GO
Pokémon GO on its way to becoming a passing fad Pokémon GO, what could be considered the summer craze of 2016, is slowly losing its players as the hype cools off. The game was released for Canada on July, 17, 2016 and players wasted no time taking to the streets, […]
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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.