Sexual assault is a major issue in Ontario. According to a 2014 Statistics Canada report, Ontario has the highest rate of reported sexual assaults in Canada, but only about five per cent of sexual assault cases are reported. The report also noted that sexual assault has the only victimization rate that […]
Author: Tasha Falconer
Government introduces concussion safety legislation
The Government of Ontario is planning to implement new guidelines regarding concussions to make amateur sports safer. Rowan’s Law Advisory Committee recently released their recommendations regarding head injury and treatment. The committee was created in June 2016 to review the recommendations made by a jury after the death of Rowan Stringer, […]
Gryphons Community Day football game shows team spirit
It’s not about winning or losing, it’s how we play the game The Guelph Gryphons Community Day football game was held on Aug. 27, and supported the United Way. At the end of the first half the Gryphons were leading 7-5 against the Ottawa Gee-Gees. [media-credit name=”Tasha Falconer” align=”aligncenter” width=”1020″] […]
Seven time management tips for busy university students
How to handle the pressures of school with class Many will tell you that time management is an important part of getting through post-secondary education and life; these seven tips will show you how to use your time effectively. Try out these tips to find what works best for you. […]
U of G holds first Aboriginal high performance hockey camps
Camps trained 32 young women and men The University of Guelph held the first Aboriginal high performance hockey camps from August 11 to 13. In interviews with The Ontarion the organizers of the camps all agreed that the camps went great! Shawn Camp, head coach of the men’s hockey […]
Opening ceremonies at the 2017 World Dwarf Games
Alumni Stadium hosts over 400 athletes The World Dwarf Games were held at the University of Guelph from August 4 to 12. More than 15 countries were represented by over 400 athletes.The opening ceremonies were held at Alumni Stadium and began with the parade of athletes, where each country walked […]
U of G hosts the 2017 World Dwarf Games
How to respect athletes with dwarfism The University of Guelph is hosting the seventh World Dwarf Games from August 4 to 12. The World Dwarf Games have been held every four years since the first games in 1993. In July 2015, Canada’s bid to host the World Dwarf Games […]
Guelph Sexuality Conference explores sex ed through the theme of pain
“The Talk” never sounded like this, but it should have The 39th annual Guelph Sexuality Conference (GSC) was held from June 22 to 23 at the University of Guelph. The 2017 conference’s theme was pain.The GSC is the largest and longest-running sexual health forum in Canada.A diverse range of members […]
The numbers behind mental health issues and initiatives at U of G
Get the stats to keep the conversation going Experts are concerned about the mental health crisis in Canada due to increases in: mental health issues, people seeking out mental health services, and funding for mental health resources. Recently, mental health discussions have been front and center in the media, with […]
Streets of Downtown Guelph transformed into art gallery
Art on the Street used to foster appreciation of artistic craft The 15th annual Art on the Street event was held on June 24 and was organized by the Downtown Guelph Business Association and the Guelph Arts Council. The event is an exhibition and sale that attracts all types 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.