Your new hobby can cost less Hobbies are a great way to spend your time. They allow you to learn something new, often develop a skill, and generally become a more interesting person. The summer is an excellent time to pick up a new hobby, especially for students, as we […]
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The Ontarion’s news articles cover current events and issues relevant to the University of Guelph and greater Guelph communities.
Simply Authentic: Diary of a Local Foodie
Chickpea salad This week, let’s take a minute to appreciate simple ideas that turn into something delicious. A few weeks ago, I found myself scrambling around the kitchen in search of something to make quickly to take for lunch and came up with a fresh chickpea salad. The greatest part […]
Science Avenue
3D Printers (Like a Star Trek Replicator, but real) What are 3D Printers? There’s a lot to be loved about learning. Every struggle, every hour spent reading and rereading a paragraph, every single moment spent wondering why words make sense on their own but not in the order they’re presented […]
INside farming
Farm fresh: buy local As humans, we have a need to consume food; the sharing of a delicious meal can bring people closer together. You may think that the most delectable food can only be found in fine dining experiences that might be a little out of budget for the […]
The Beast with One Back
Owning up to the lethal shame of Elliot Rodger It’s nearly 10:30 p.m. and I have to work tomorrow, but I also have to get this done tonight after having elected to get this article in this addition so I could feel newsy. I’m on Zyban to quit smoking, and […]
Dissecting the Right to Vote
Does the obligation to vote create a more meaningful election? It would seem that voting is the cornerstone of any democratic society. Whether dealing with municipal, provincial, or national elections, the right to vote is engrained within the fabric of the model democratic citizen. But how many Canadians actually take […]
In Conversation with David J. Knight
The Omen by John Galt & the City of Guelph Maintaining a career that spans three decades, David J. Knight has dedicated his life to the idea of heritage. His commitment to the City of Guelph has transcended the borders of geography and time. The writer and archaeologist began his […]
Under the Radar
Students call for “trigger warnings” Students across the United States have submitted several requests for “trigger warnings” on specific material assigned in class, warning that the content could be upsetting or cause post-traumatic stress in victims of violent crime and assault. Bailey Loverin, a sophomore at UC Santa Barbara, was […]
Green Party Left Out of Debate
Party leader looks to garner public support in search of an invite On Tuesday, June 3rd, provincial party leaders Andrea Horwath (NDP), Tim Hudak (PC), and Kathleen Wynne (Liberal) will square-off in the only announced debate for the current election process. However, Green Party leader and City of Guelph candidate, […]
The Effect of this Election on Education
Progressive Conservative Party proposes education cuts in their platform In unveiling the Progressive Conservative platform, party leader Tim Hudak announced that in order to curtail the growing debt in Ontario, his party would stop spending in certain areas, increase trade, and decrease taxes. Many Ontarians will appreciate the tax cuts, […]
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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.