Sometimes it may seem bad but its oh so good Picture yourself in this scenario – it’s 8 a.m. on a Tuesday, the most dull and mediocre day of the week. The wind is blowing a frigid wrath about everything and is just waiting for you to step outside for […]
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The Ontarion’s news articles cover current events and issues relevant to the University of Guelph and greater Guelph communities.
University of Guelph Celebrates 50th
Alumni Weekend 2014 celebrates the University of Guelph milestone The festivities celebrating the 50th anniversary of the University of Guelph are set to continue on this year’s Alumni Weekend, held on June 21 and 22. Since the official campus and community kickoff back in January, events across campus and around […]
A Farewell to Alastair Summerlee
U of G honours outgoing president of 11 years Alastair Summerlee’s 11 year term as President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Guelph will end on Monday, June 30. The university and local community teamed up to celebrate the numerous contributions Summerlee has made not only to the university and the […]
OVC Guest Lecturer: Nucharin Songsasen
Educates about Canid Conservation The Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) hosted Dr. Nucharin Songsasen, a visiting guest lecturer from the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute (SCBI) on June 16, 2014. Songsasen, a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Kasetsart University in Thailand, received an MSc in Biomedical Sciences and a PhD in Cryobiology […]
Under the Radar
IKEA shuts down IKEAhackers site after eight years On Saturday, June 14, Jules Yap, creator of IKEAhackers.net, announced that IKEA’s trademark lawyers had issued a cease and desist order – eight years after the website’s birth. The site was created in 2006 by Yap, gathering “hacks” of IKEA furniture from […]
Liberals Win Surprise Majority Government
Looking at Ontario politics post-June 12 “You voted for jobs, you voted for growth. Thank you for voting to build Ontario up,” said Kathleen Wynne in her victory speech at the Sheraton Centre, downtown Toronto, on June 12. The results of the election, pushed forward by Andrea Horwath’s decision to […]
Ontario Provincial Election 2014
Facts, figures, and results On June 12, 52.1 per cent of eligible Ontarians voiced their opinion and expressed their democratic right to vote. This was the first increase in voter turnout in two decades, surpassing the 2011 turnout of 48.2 per cent. The increase was a pleasant surprise, as […]
Simply Authentic: Diary of a Local Foodie
Turkey burgers, an alternative for BBQ season Shopping list: • Ground turkey • Spinach • Onion • Garlic • Salt & Pepper • Egg • Ground flax seed • Parsley • BBQ sauce • Avocado • Cheddar cheese Now that barbeque season is upon us, it’s helpful to change up […]
You’ve Probably Seen This On Pinterest
Four books you should probably read this summer I am a hard-core book addict. I go through at least three books a week. This is certainly not healthy, nor is it sustainable, as my library card has expired and I do not make nearly enough money to support my habit. […]
Perfecting Being Perpetually Poor
Budgeting for your getaway When we think about getting away, we think about travelling abroad; going to the UK, or Australia, or Thailand. After long, tiring, semesters, it’s natural to want to get away from Guelph and away from your normal routine. But many people just can’t afford a plane […]
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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.