Most importantly, should you be afraid? Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) can be defined as food industry plants or animals that are different from the original organism because they are changed in a laboratory setting to include beneficial characteristics for the organism and the consumer. Alterations done to food products often […]
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The Ontarion’s news articles cover current events and issues relevant to the University of Guelph and greater Guelph communities.
Controversy of Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red Display
London display prompts questions on commemoration of Remembrance Day As the month of November arrives, one might begin to see red poppies pinned to jackets, as Canadians begin the yearly ritual of commemorating the losses and sacrifices made in armed conflict. The Canadian population is not alone in this reflection. […]
On This Day…
Date: November 7th 2012 On this day with SHAC, Maryland, Maine and Washington approved gay marriage. This milestone marked the first time that marriage rights had been extended to same-sex couples due to popular vote. At the time, though six states had passed new legislation on the marriage rights of […]
Income Splitting Proposed by Tories
Addition to the family agenda has stirred controversy Prime Minister Stephen Harper recently announced a complete overhaul in taxation for two-parent families. On Wednesday, Oct. 29, the Conservative Party of Canada added to the “family agenda,” publicizing a plan for income splitting that would allow families with children to receive […]
State of Homelessness in Canada 2014 Report Published
Comprehensive report seeks to broadcast homelessness numbers in Canada As part of a joint study compiled by the Canadian Observatory on Homelessness and the Canadian Alliance to End Homelessness, the State of Homelessness in Canada report has attempted to annually compile a comprehensive analysis of homelessness in the country since […]
Under the Radar
Toronto man seeks Canadian for free trip Jordan Axani, 28, from Toronto, Ontario, has offered free plane tickets for one lucky Canadian citizen to fly “around the world.” The requirement is that this citizen’s name must be Elizabeth Gallagher. In March of 2014, Axani and his then-girlfriend, Elizabeth Gallagher, booked […]
Burkina Faso: A Story of Unrest
Protests sweep the West African nation Burkina Faso – meaning the “Land of the Upright Men” – has only had two different leaders since 1984. Thomas Sankara, a Marxist advocate of the people, was the first of these men, and is often referred to as the “Che Guevara of West […]
Tension Escalates Between Israel and Palestine
Palestine sees Israeli actions as “declaration of war” Amid growing tension in the Arab world, Israel prevented access to a sacred site in the Old City on Thursday, Oct. 30. The site, known to Jews as the Temple Mount and known to Muslims as the Noble Sanctuary, was closed after […]
The Fashion Weekly
Fashion world mourns loss of iconic designer Oscar de la Renta Oscar de la Renta, who passed away on Oct. 20 at the age of 82 will be set to rest at a private funeral in New York City. De la Renta passed away surrounded by his family and friends […]
Single in Your Twenties?
Don’t worry, be happy It can be easy to forget the perks of being single while you’re constantly fighting off the pressures of society’s idea of being normal, and finding the one to settle down with during your twenties. If you’re feeling left out, or lonely watching your friends getting […]
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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.