Views on Sex Toys There are many beliefs regarding sex toys, but a recent study found that people generally have more positive beliefs than negative. For the most part, people believe that vibrators contribute to positive sexual functioning and positive sexual relationship dynamics. Many of the negative beliefs — […]
Opinion
The time to run for the CSA is now
Why we shouldn’t passively accept Ford’s changes to campus life, and who has the power to oppose them I’ll admit it, we’re living in dark times, folks. As most students in Ontario know, the Ford government recently announced their plans to make OSAP less accessible to students in need. In […]
A brief history of fossil fuel divestment on campus
No clear answer after five-year long campaign The University of Guelph currently invests roughly $38 million in 41 fossil fuel companies including Haliburton, BP, Shell, Suncor, TransCanada, and Enbridge. Fossil Free Guelph (FFG) has been demanding the Board of Governors to instigate an immediate freeze in coal, oil, and gas […]
Letter to the Editor
Re: The impact of the Student Choice Initiative on CFRU and the Guelph community What is at stake for the students affected by proposed cuts to university student services? In this case, those affected are kindergarten students working with University of Guelph campus and community radio station CFRU. Over the […]
What do I want for Christmas this year?
A stocking full of current events and despair I want Santa to slip and hit his head coming down the chimney and, upon waking up, become momentarily conscious of the injustice of this dystopia we are living in. And, in a moment of inspired rapture, begin to hand out letters […]
I’m fed up with racist washrooms
A black woman’s experience with automatic washroom fixtures Have you ever finished using the toilet, gone to the sink to wash your hands, and the automatic faucet doesn’t turn on? Or the soap dispenser doesn’t work? Or the hand dryer doesn’t start? Because I constantly have these things happen to […]
Sustainable secret Santa
Created by Vicky Huang, Anna Koldewey and Samantha Casey from the Sustainability Office.
A contrary view on the rise of the alt-right in Canada
Thoughts from a “right-leaning” person I am a centrist and a classical liberal, which (these days) qualifies me as a “right-leaning” person. As such, I wanted to write a response to The Ontarion’s coverage of the state of the alt-right in Canada. Do I believe the alt-right exists? Of course, […]
Diary of a Vet Student: Dear Santa Paws…
A vet student’s wish list Dear Santa Paws, I’ve been a good girl this year. Okay, I’ve mostly been a tired girl, but I’ve also been good. I’ve been eating lots of veggies, calling my parents regularly, and handing in my homework on time (‘minutes to spare’ is still on […]
ON the Street: What Gryphons are most looking forward to this holiday break
The Ontarion talks to U of G students “Looking forward to going home and enjoying Christmas with the family.” Atnu Bhattacharyya, Biomedicine “Not studying molecular biology and genetics.” Sierra Vanderkamp, Molecular Biology & Genetics “I can’t wait for Christmas, so I can finally get to rest and speak to my mom every day.” […]
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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.