University of Guelph hopes to help overall wellbeing of students This June, the University of Guelph has officially gained approval from the Board of Governors and Senate to introduce a more supportive mental health framework for the wellbeing of its students. The new framework will regulate all decision-making processes regarding student welfare […]
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Bioblitz in the Arboretum helps to identify species
Discover local wildlife on your next hike On a bright and sunny day, with a lot of enthusiasm from volunteers, the University of Guelph Arboretum held its annual bioblitz on Sat, June 18 as part of the local 2Rivers Festival. If you are wondering what a bioblitz is, think of […]
How binge drinking affects your physical and mental health
It’s all about moderation For many people, having a drink, or several, with friends is an event that is often highly anticipated. Socially viewed as a way to bond with friends and let loose, a couple drinks can easily turn into an excessive evening of binge drinking. The health issues […]
How to make the most of the heat and exercise on the cheap
Tips for staying active over the summer Working out may seem strenuous and expensive when you think of attending your local gym. The hassle comes down to calculating how many times you have to go to the gym each month to get your money’s worth from your membership, as well […]
Mayor Cam Guthrie performs one final show with his band
Fitness Club Fiasco disappeared faster than their cake Fitness Club Fiasco faded into the night after their second last show at DSTRCT on Fri, June 17, 2016. The band will have one final blowout in Toronto before they go their separate ways. Fitness Club Fiasco is a locally-based band with Guelph’s […]
Netflix releases study analyzing users’ binge watching habits
Is there a science behind how fast you finish a TV series? Netflix recently released a study recently released a study analyzing the television watching habits of users globally and broke down binge watching into two categories: devour or savour. Binge watching is a term commonly associated with the TV […]
The Tony Awards celebrate diversity that was lacking at the Oscars
The awards show honoured several history-making Broadway productions On Sun, June 19, the 70th Annual Tony Awards in New York made Broadway history by awarding all four musical acting awards to black actors and actresses. The awards show followed a season filled with shows featuring diverse casts and crews, including […]
Album of the Week
“Master Manipulator” is the first song and title track of Johnny de Courcy’s latest EP. It’s very upbeat pop with an eerie yet catchy chorus. However, the highlights of the song are during the saxophone solos, climaxing with a battle of guitars and saxophones. “A Girl Like You” is de […]
Classic Guns N’ Roses lineup embark on first tour in decades
Axl Rose didn’t think it would happen in this lifetime Seeing Guns N’ Roses live in the late ’80s was a lot like trying to catch lightning in a bottle, or like trying to use a bad cliché effectively. Most of the time, it was a painful exercise in futility, […]
Ultimate Summer Staycation Guide to Guelph
Here are some summer essentials you’ll need as you work your way through our staycation guide. Sunscreen Bug Spray Sensible Shoes Sunglasses Hat Refillable water bottle Bathing Suit Beach Towel After Burn & After Bite First Aid Kit … just in case You don’t have to spend all of […]
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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.