Quinoa greek salad (with kale!) I’m constantly looking for alternatives to prepare for lunch – I want something healthy, but I need flavour to avoid getting bored. I woke up this morning, and had no idea what to make for lunch for my partner and I. I rooted through our […]
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Delicious ideas to get behind this Valentine’s Day Some people go gaga over Feb. 14. Other people like to run and hide at the first sign of naked babies with arrows. No matter your romantic persuasions, however, there are a few things that everyone can get behind on February’s most […]
A Stance on the New Anti-terror Legislation
Are we compromising civil liberties for safety? On Jan.30, Canada’s government introduced a variety of anti-terror legislation to provide security to Canadians. In doing so, greater power has been given to CSIS to detain those who may be suspect to terrorism. While the measures cover a wide range of increased […]
The Problem of Suffering
Euthanasia in Canada On Friday, Feb. 6, the Supreme Court unanimously struck down Canada’s laws prohibiting assisted suicide. The circumstances surrounding one’s decision to end one’s life are complex, not just for the people themselves, but for their family and friends as well. Suffering, whether it is physical or psychological, […]
Pollination: it’s the Bee’s Knees
What you need to know about nature’s indispensable service Pollination is the process by which pollen is transferred from the male part of a flower to the female part of a flower. Pollination can happen in a number of ways. These ways include the dispersal of pollen by wind or […]
Teaching the Controversy
Why there aren’t just two sides to every story On Feb. 4, 2015, news media and the internet exploded over the news that a Queens University professor was teaching anti-vaccine material in a university-level health class. Melody Torcolacci’s Physical Detriments of Health class quickly came under fire for providing students – individuals […]
Where has all the Romance Gone?
Is Valentine’s Day becoming too commercialized? It’s only days away from Feb. 14, arguably the most romantic day of the year. For many of us, this is the day we get to show our “special someone” just how much we love them. For greeting card companies and florists, it’s the […]
Changing the Subject: the Selfie
Exploring the psychological effects of the selfie Social media is a phenomenon that has allowed us to essentially become our own advertisements. Not only has it blurred the line between the public and private spheres, but it has also allowed us to control how we are perceived publicly. It is […]
Black History Month: a Celebration of Heritage and Accomplishment
Black History Month is a crucial time to remember and commemorate the legacy of important black figures in all facets of life. In celebrating and honouring the achievements of influential people, Canadians can take pride in those who have greatly contributed to community and cultural richness nationwide. It is important […]
Common Cents
The biggest business stories of the week With the highly anticipated release of Fifty Shades of Grey slotted for Valentine’s Day weekend, sex toy manufactures are looking to turn high profits off the blockbuster. The film, which centres on the BDSM world, features multiple extras in the bedroom, which retailers […]
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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.