Independent News for the University of Guelph Community
Dr. Gillis Provides Opportunities For Students To Take Learning Outside The Classroom Dr. Daniel Gillis has received the Ontario Confederation of University Faculty Associations (OCUFA) teaching award for his excellence in teaching and dedication to improving post-secondary education. For those who know Gillis, it’s clear to see that he goes […]
Local community theatre group provides a free theatre experience for families On Nov. 20, Guelph Little Theatre (GLT) opened its doors to the public for a free viewing of the Rose Scollard’s children’s play, Firebird. The play is a retelling of a Ukrainian fairytale and follows the lives of the […]
U of G’s Oxfam chapter hosts their annual “Trick or Tampon” menstrual product drive Although campus may still be covered in spiders and fake blood, the scariest thing for some is that within our own community, many women can’t afford or don’t have access to menstrual hygiene products on a […]
Amanda Boulos on work inspired by oral narratives of the Palestinian experience On Sept. 16, U of G MFA grad Amanda Boulos was announced as the winner of the 20th annual RBC Canadian painting competition for her work titled “In the Morning.” According to the artist, the piece’s title is […]
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.