How to find support when life gets tough As the semester winds down and final assignments and exams amp up, stress can become unmanageable. For students experiencing anxiety or depression, or who are unsure about their mental health, simply talking to somebody could make the difference in day-to-day life. Good2Talk […]
Author: Claire Wilcox
Alora Griffiths: World record-setter in women’s powerlifting
On dedication, performance, and working out with her mom Mon, Nov. 7 was a big day for Alora Griffiths. The Rockwood native lifted a combined 415 kilograms—enough to earn gold in her weight class—at the World Powerlifting Congress (WPC) in Baton Rouge, La. Upon her return home, The Ontarion sat […]
Guelph event supports the Chippewas of the Thames First Nation
Traditional territory threatened by Line 9 pipeline Supporters of indigenous rights and environmental governance packed into the Red Papaya Thai and Grill on Nov. 12 for a concert benefitting Standing Rock and the Chippewas of the Thames First Nation (COTTFN). Organizers from Guelph Anti-Pipeline (GAP), the Ontario Public Interest Research […]
Students find resources and motivation at the library
Where to turn when Google isn’t enough In the thick of the academic year, the University of Guelph’s McLaughlin Library prides itself on being a hub for research and studies of all kinds. According to the library’s website, they receive 1.5 million visits every year, and 13,000 alone on a […]
Regina groups protest racist Indigenous Halloween costumes
Breaking the tradition of sexualized violence On Oct. 16, two anti-racism groups visited a Spirit Halloween store in Regina and attached warning labels to racist costumes. “Warning: the items contained in this package are offensive and promote the sexualisation of Indigenous women and peoples,” read the labels. “Please avoid contact […]
Spending a night with the spirits that haunt the Royal City
Local event tells of Guelphite folklore On a chilly Friday night in October, The Ontarion had the chance to participate in the Ghost Walk of Guelph. For just over an hour, guide Greg Taylor led a group around the streets of downtown, visiting sites with spooky histories. Taylor began hosting […]
On Indigenous youth suicides in Canada
Prevention as a method of retribution Last week, three girls committed suicide in two Indigenous communities in northern Saskatchewan. They were all between 12 and 14 years old. That’s elementary school age. That’s too young to drive, maybe just old enough to babysit. Two of the girls were from Stanley […]
Women’s hockey team opens season with convincing win
Gryphons shutout Laurentian in successful home opener On Sat, Oct. 15 the Gryphons women’s hockey team defended their home territory against the Laurentian Voyageurs in a successful 5-0 feat. The first period saw lots of back-and-forth play between the two teams, with the Gryphons outshooting the Voyageurs 13-5. No goals […]
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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.