York librarian discusses research on James and Mary Mink On Thursday Feb. 18, 2016, Heritage Hall celebrated Black History Month by hosting a talk delivered by Guylaine Pétrin. Pétrin spoke about the myth and source story of Mary and James Mink. Heritage Hall is formerly the Guelph British Methodist Episcopal […]
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The Ontarion’s news articles cover current events and issues relevant to the University of Guelph and greater Guelph communities.
Under the Radar
CSA external affairs commissioner resigns from post On Feb. 12, 2016, the CSA’s external affairs commissioner, Asia Barclay, publically announced her resignation. Barclay posted a message to her Facebook account, explaining that balancing school, work, extracurriculars, and her role as external affairs commissioner was too much. “I have burned myself […]
Canada officially signs monumental Trans-Pacific Partnership
Another step forward in implementing controversial trade agreement Canada’s international trade minister, Chrystia Freeland, made a visit to New Zealand on Feb. 3, 2016 to sign the controversial Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP). Canada is one of a dozen countries that is included in the Pacific Rim trade agreement, and currently sits […]
Where Has All the News Gone?
There’s no denying that the media industry has been affected by widespread social and cultural changes. Analysts from across the spectrum have suggested a number of reasons, but most seem to agree that the Internet is responsible for the supposed demise of traditional media. To attempt to make sense of […]
CSA issues letter to U of G President Franco Vaccarino
The university’s central student government tackles mental health concerns on campus On Feb. 4, 2016, the Central Student Association (CSA) issued an open letter to President Franco Vaccarino, requesting that he meet with them to discuss accessibility issues surrounding mental health care on campus. The letter is the result of […]
Under the Radar
City of Guelph awards contract for police headquarters renovation On Feb. 2, 2016, the City of Guelph announced that it had officially awarded the contract for the renovation of the Guelph Police Service headquarters. Jasper Construction Corp., based out of Concord, Ontario, will be responsible for renovating Guelph police headquarters. […]
A year in review with Mayor Cam Guthrie
A closer look at the City of Guelph through the eyes of Mayor Guthrie On Feb. 5, 2016, The Ontarion sat down with Guelph Mayor Cam Guthrie, to discuss his first year in office, and what the future might hold for the city. In the 14 months since Mayor Guthrie […]
Common Cents: Lingering loonie losses
Canada slowly marches back to a recovered loonie Still don’t have plans for the reading week? Well look no further, a solution is here. The popular South Carolina town of Myrtle Beach knows that the falling loonie means Canadians won’t be coming to the U.S., and the city wants to […]
Ontario government issues $750M green bond
Investments include green infrastructure and transit initiatives across the province On Feb. 2, 2016, the Government of Ontario issued a second green bond of $750 million, as a part of a plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions at the provincial level. The proceeds will finance eight projects deemed beneficial to […]
Islam Awareness Week at the U of G
The MSA hosts a series of events to spread knowledge and awareness The University of Guelph is celebrating Islam Awareness Week, and this year’s theme is the Golden Age of Islam, which includes a celebration of the contributions made by Muslims in the realms of science, art, engineering, architecture, and […]
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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.