The Gambia officially outlawed female genital mutilation (FGM) after President Yahya Jammeh made an unexpected announcement on Nov. 23, 2015. President Jammeh declared the ban in his hometown, while on an annual tour of the West African state. Anti-FGM activists have embraced the initiative, citing the need and responsibility to […]
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The Ontarion’s news articles cover current events and issues relevant to the University of Guelph and greater Guelph communities.
Bell makes substantial cuts in media division
Bell Media announced a series of layoffs earlier this month. On Nov. 5, 2015, the Canadian communications giant revealed plans to layoff 380 positions in the radio and television sectors. “While it is very difficult to part way with valued colleagues, the changes are an essential step in ensuring that […]
The bright future of the Internet
The newest technology to make our lives easier has arrived, and it’s called Li-Fi. This new form of data transmission uses light to transmit high speed data—unlike current models which send data packets through radio waves. The term Li-Fi, a send up to the term Hi-Fi and its now more […]
The Trans-Pacific Partnership and Canada
As it is commonly known, the TPP or the Trans-Pacific Partnership is a “free trade agreement” that many have heard of, but few understand. The partnership, which is between 12 of the major nations around the world, is aimed at strengthening ties between the nations involved, which include Canada, the […]
Government of Ontario bans coal-powered electricity
On Nov. 23, 2015, Ontario permanently banned coal-firing for electricity production, in hopes of relying on more renewable resources, in light of climate change concerns. The Ending Coal for Cleaner Air Act (ECCAA) dictates that facilities are prohibited from burning coal to generate electricity, because of the environmental repercussions of […]
Prime Minister Trudeau’s refugee plan
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is staying firm on his plan to resettle 25,000 refugees by the end of 2015, in light of terror attacks in Paris that left 129 people dead. However, not all Canadians have expressed agreement with the prime minister’s intentions. Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall criticized the plan […]
Prime Minister Trudeau holds First Ministers’ conference
On Nov. 23, 2015, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau rallied his ministers at a First Minsters Conference in Ottawa, to discuss plans for his Liberal government moving into 2016. This meeting, however, marks the first time that federal, provincial, and territorial leaders have met in seven years. The last time a […]
“Black students’ lives matter”
Across North American college and university campuses, students and faculty have engaged in rallies and protests motivated by racial inequality, police brutality, and accusations of systemic racism. But for all the anger, for all the desire to change the world into a more equitable place, little has been accomplished. As […]
U of G unveils scholarships for graduate and doctoral students
The University of Guelph announced that it will be offering 25 doctoral scholarship awards, worth $30,000 each, and 30 master’s scholarship awards, worth $15,000 per individual. These bonuses are strictly entrance awards and will be divided amongst the university’s seven colleges depending on the numbers of full-time enrolment. According to […]
Wellington Water Watchers set sights on Nestlé
Local water rights advocacy group Wellington Water Watchers (WWW) held their annual general meeting (AGM) on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2015 at Red Papaya in downtown Guelph. A total of 43 voting members attended the not-for-profit’s AGM, which has seen its numbers grow yearly since its establishment in 2007. The majority of […]
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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.