Hollow efforts or productive experiences Anyone involved in the job market knows of its competitive nature and overwhelming undercurrents. Internships provide an allure for new graduates or students wanting to gain experience and break into a certain industry with little previous experience, even if this means having to work unpaid. […]
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The Ontarion’s news articles cover current events and issues relevant to the University of Guelph and greater Guelph communities.
Why I Think Target Failed in Canada
A store that excels in the U.S. closes doors here As the infamous red ring logo of Target captured the eyes of on-looking bystanders across 133 locations in Canada, nothing but optimism and satisfaction should have been on the rise. On the contrary, after only two disappointing years, Target has […]
To Drink, or Not to Drink
Eight reasons why I don’t drink alcohol “Wait…never? Like, not even once? Why not?” That’s most common reaction received when I tell people that not once in my 23 years have I had a sip of alcohol, (especially considering that on the dance floor, which I love, my moves definitely […]
U of G Hosts 10th Annual World Hunger Summit
University launches summit with two-hour discussion The University of Guelph proudly hosted the 10th annual Universities Fighting World Hunger (UFWH) summit from Feb. 20 to Feb. 22. The three-day event featured a host of international educators, economists, and leaders in the food industry, including former University of Guelph President Alastair […]
Three Muslim Students Killed in Chapel Hill Shooting
A closer look at media coverage of the tragedy On Feb. 10, three Muslim students were shot and killed in an apartment building near the University of North Carolina (UNC). The victims – Deah Barakat, 23, his wife, Yusor Abu-Salha, 21, and Yusor’s 19-year-old sister, Razan Abu-Salha – were often […]
Empty Cabinet for Harper Government
A look at the flux of the Conservative Party of Canada With recent news of foreign affairs minister John Baird resigning and Eve Adams crossing the floor to the Liberal Party, the Conservative Party is once again trying to minimize the impact of its members leaving the House of Commons. […]
Eve Adams Crosses Floor
Former Conservative MP to join Liberal Party Former Conservative Member of Parliament (MP) Eve Adams announced her decision to join the Liberal Party in a press conference two weeks ago in Ottawa, alongside Liberal leader Justin Trudeau. Adams’s defection from the Conservatives to the Liberals also had her slamming Prime […]
#AskHerMore
New campaign sees widespread support on 2015 red carpet At the 2014 Screen Actors Guild Awards, Cate Blanchette called attention to an increasing prevalent social issue, on the red carpet and off. As she was interviewed by E!’s Giuliana Rancic, Blanchette noticed the camera slowly panning her body. Bending down […]
Under the Radar
Ontario reveals revisions to sex ed curriculum The Government of Ontario announced plans to revise their existing sexual education curriculums on Monday, Feb. 23. The revision marks the first major update since 1998, and the curriculum now includes lesson on everything from sexting to consent, masturbation, and anal sex. “Ontario […]
On this Day…
Date: February 26th, 1998 On this day with SHAC, a health panel in Oregon ruled that taxpayers must help to pay for doctor-assisted suicides. Under Oregon’s law permitting physician-assisted suicide, the Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS) – previously called the Oregon Health Division (OHD) – required to collect information, […]
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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.