Be the predator you want to see in the world There are few living things as selfish as garlic mustard. Have you ever met someone truly evil? Someone who makes decisions solely for their own benefit, even at the expense of others? Who would rather let others go hungry or […]
Author: Marika Li
ON your plate: Deep fried pickles
DIY pub food: A cheap and easy recipe There’s something so magical about deep fried vegetables: beneath the satisfying crunch and grease is a little core of juicy freshness. Dill pickles are an obvious choice, but it seems unethical that some places charge around 10 bucks a plate for a few […]
Tristan Crocker shares the dark side of Canadian history
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U of G’s Simone Härri closes the gap between scientists and the public
A project-based course for a new generation of science communicators Simone Härri — a postdoctoral fellow in the School of Environmental Sciences at the University of Guelph — leads a hands-on course that promotes better conversations between the scientific community and a curious, informed public. The disconnect between scientists and […]
Environmentally-conscious and sustainable eating
A brave new diet The relationship between humans and food is sacred—what we choose to nourish our bodies with is shaped by our surroundings, our relationships, and decades of cultural influences. However, food production practices and the choices made by increasingly populous and affluent societies have contributed to unprecedented environmental […]
Highlighting U of G research to celebrate Canada’s 150th
Local innovations on a global scale From questionable governmental actions to unprecedented environmental destruction, there are a lot of reasons to be uneasy, even cynical, about the state of the world. Through the negativity, though, it’s important to realize some of the positive changes taking place, such as the initiatives […]
AsapSCIENCE returns to U of G
From biology lectures to YouTube fame Mitchell Moffit and Gregory Brown are impossibly down to earth, considering they’re the content creators behind a YouTube channel with about six million subscribers. Launched in 2012, AsapSCIENCE rose to international success and it’s now one of the most prominent science education channels on […]
Indigenous Canadians at risk due to hydroelectric dam operations
Concentrations of methylmercury in local wildlife could cause serious health effects Canada is a world leader in hydroelectricity, using moving water to generate over 59 per cent of its total energy, yet, it remains somewhat of an afterthought for Canadians living in communities far away from hydroelectric operations and local […]
Over two thirds of global biodiversity might be lost by 2020
Looking at statistics from the latest World Wildlife Fund report With our unbridled overconsumption of resources, it is no surprise that the human species is having unprecedented negative impacts on the environment. These impacts are set to make our planet far less hospitable and productive, putting wildlife and humanity alike […]
Students put their feelings on display with community art project
Jack.org student group aims to break stigmas surrounding mental health It’s 2016 and there is still a stigma around mental health and illness. When faced with a nasty cold or flu, most people would treat themselves a little more gently and rest whenever possible. Yet, on days where life’s complications […]
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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.