How to capture a perfect winter memory Interested in partaking in winter photography this break? Here are some useful tips for both iPhone and DSLR cameras. Using your iPhone If your iPhone has “portrait mode” and you’re looking to take nice family photos or photos of your pets, I would […]
Arts & Culture
The Ontarion’s arts and culture articles cover the local artistic scene, including news, interviews, and reviews.
Sustainable gift wrapping tips that show how much you care
Beautiful, trendy, and good for the environment As holiday celebrations approach, Canadians are busy selecting the perfect gifts to give to their loved ones. A favourite holiday pastime for many is listening to Christmas music and wrapping presents at home, or opting for the bright gift-wrapping stations that pop up […]
Five festive flicks that will spark your inner holiday spirit
Classic Christmas movies that will evoke holiday nostalgia The holiday season is upon us, which gives us the perfect excuse to kick back, relax, sip on some eggnog, and of course, watch our most beloved Christmas movies. So, to get you in the spirit, “I have passed through the seven […]
Annie the Musical
RCMPI production gives child performers a stage to shine More than 125 kids auditioned to be a part of Royal City Music Productions Inc. (RCMPI)’s production of Annie the Musical this year, and two talented young girls were chosen to play the titular role of Annie. “Me and my best […]
Joe Policastro Trio provides a different take on iconic movie theme songs
A brief look at music reimagined through jazz On Nov. 13, Chicago-based jazz group, The Joe Policastro Trio, played at Silence. The show was an A-level display of music. The group, consisting of bandleader Joe Policastro on upright bass, guitarist Dave Miller, and drummer Mikel Avery, played a single set […]
On Spotify: Guilty pleasures that will warm you up for the winter
The perfect playlist to get you feeling nice and cozy. I Really Like You by Carly Rae Jepsen Nervous by Shawn Mendes Want to Want Me by Jason Derulo Bibia Be Ye Ye by Ed Sheeran The Middle by Jimmy Eat World Walking on Sunshine by Katrina & The Waves […]
Lion in the Streets bravely confronts the darkness
How a raw play can shine light on our deepest truths On Nov. 8, I attended U of G’s Mainstage dress rehearsal at the George Luscombe Theatre for Lion in the Streets. Actors were warming up; departments were getting ready; and at the centre of it all was writer, director, […]
Annual Student Print Show and Sale supports local artists
Why art is worth your money Every year, U of G’s School of Fine Art and Music puts on a student print show and sale to provide an environment where students can network with the public, other artists, and curators. Two participants, Andrea May and Maddie Lychek, spoke with The […]
Acclaimed Canadian playwright Judith Thompson’s Lion in the Streets comes to U of G Mainstage
The story of a hard-hitting production’s reemergence after 28 years of reflection U of G Prof. Judith Thompson’s Lion in the Streets is heavy. The play is about a murdered nine-year-old Portuguese immigrant named Isobel, who returns to the world 17 years later in search of her killer. In her […]
EXTENDED: The Elwins talk about future plans and post-secondary education
Bonavista tour stops in Guelph On Friday, Nov. 2, The Elwins performed at the Guelph Concert Theatre as the opening act of the Bonavista tour with alt-rock band USS. Before the show, I sat down with drummer Travis Stokl, and bassist Frankie Figliomeni to talk about touring, musical influences, and […]
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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.