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Liz Sandals, former education minister, says the 2015 curriculum was designed to keep kids safe and behave responsibly.

MAK I N G TH E I R VO I CE S heard, over a thousand students from seven Guelph high schools congregated in front of Guelph’s City Hall on Friday, Sept. 21 in protest. They walked out of their classes at Bishop Macdonell,

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Centennial Collegiate Vocational Institute, College Heights, John F. Ross, Guelph Collegiate Vocational Institute (GCVI), Our Lady of Lourdes, and St. James to protest Premier Doug Ford’s changes to education, specifically standing up to bring back the revised Indigenous and 2015 Sex Education curricula. Students, Guelph MPP Mike Schreiner, and mayoral candidate Aggie Mlynarz gave speeches, explaining how students’ rights to a safe and informed education have been impeded by the Ford government. This was part of a province-wide walkout, with over 92 schools participating in peaceful protests. Sequoia Kim and Elise Kephart, both grade 12 students from GCVI, helped to organize the Guelph protest. They were motivated to join the momentum of the

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High school students, parents, and politicians rally for fact-based education.

Ontario-wide event to stand up for the education of the next generation, promoting inclusion, safety, and truth and reconciliation. Sequoia tells me, “We care about the health and safety of all students, and want to make sure that they feel safe, included, and understood. Everyone has a right not to be discriminated against. This fight for our own education is being fought above students’ heads. It’s important to show those who are making these decisions that we do not consent.” Sequoia’s mother, Mary Cameron, adds: “We want our kids to have all the facts and to know an updated curriculum, like the one we had in 2015, which should never have been repealed.” Lisa Mactaggart, another parent of teens, says: “What I liked about the 2015 sex ed. curriculum was giving the teachers a way to talk about bullying, mental health issues, feeling safe, and being able to understand how we are all different. I want my children to be raised with an understanding of fact-based education and I want them to be healthy citizens.” The 2015 Health and Physical Education Curriculum was developed after almost a decade of consultations with 4,000 parents and educators. It was designed to cover content including: consent, cyber bullying, sexting, masturbation, same-sex marriage, and gender/sexuality identity. By reverting to outdated sex education and incomplete Indigenous curricula, there are concerns for students’ safety, such as increased bullying, suicides, and children being taken advantage of through cyber sexting, unwarranted circulation of photos, and new modes of technology.

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Some of the hand-made student posters carried these messages: • “No means no. It’s as simple as that. Teach kids about consent.’ • “Indigenous studies are mandatory studies.” • “Put the TRUTH back into Tr ut h a nd R ec onciliat ion Commission.” • “Say YES to Inclusivity.” • “Sex Ed Saves Lives.” Xicotencatl Maher-Lopez, a grade 12 high school student who helped organize the protest, particularly protested the cancellation of the updates to the provincial Indigenous curriculum. He spoke of an upsetting, confrontational incident that happened at the rally: “There was a truck driving around with a Trump flag on it. I saw it so I ripped it off the truck.” Another observer told me that there were two men driving slowly in a truck down Carden Street. The driver had on a red ‘Make America Great Again’ cap. When Maher-Lopez pulled the Trump flag off the back of the truck, the driver stopped, got out, and gave a very threatening look. Bystanders began yelling at the driver to go home. Within a few minutes the police calmly retrieved and returned the flag, telling the driver to leave the premises, which he did. Then the police closed down Carden Street, blocking traffic from coming in. Sly Castaldi, executive director at Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis, said: “The best thing about this event is that young people are taking their future and their concerns in their own hands and they are letting their voices be heard.” Many local politicians came to show their support, including: Eli Ridder, who is running for city councillor; City Councillor Phil

Allt; and former MPP, Liz Sandals. Sandals tells me: “I was the parliamentary assistant to the minister of education, who was responsible for developing the 2015 sex ed. curriculum. And then [in my role] as minister of education [I was responsible] for implementing the curriculum. I think the business about telling people the truth about the sex ed. curriculum is important. There’s nothing in the 2015 curriculum that isn’t there to keep kids safe and to keep kids behaving responsibly. That’s the whole point. The lies that have been told about the curriculum are so frustrating. But it’s great to see kids sticking up for themselves because it’s about educating students to take care of themselves.” This protest showed strong, courageous youth working together to take back their rights to be heard, informed, safe, and educated with up-to-date facts. It also reminded the provincial government that they are the next generation of voters — and they will be heard!

Aggie Mlynarz, mayoral candidate, stands up for students’ right to know the whole truth about sex ed.

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Student clubs at risk of becoming victims of theft CSA CLUB LOCKERS IN THE UC BROKEN INTO L AU R A VAU TO U R

THE SECOND FLOOR of the University Centre (UC), which houses the CSA (Central Student Association) locker storage room, seems to have been a topic of controversy for the past few years. One hallway on this floor used to be solely club room space, but was renovated a year ago and now has meeting rooms that clubs can sign out and a new multi-use space. Last year there were no disturbances, but in 2017, when the hallway renovation was proposed, people were upset that club space was taken and the club lockers were vandalized that year. Jack Fisher, CSA president, does not believe the vandalism and the theft are related since there is a year between incidents. The lockers have been broken into twice since the fall 2018 semester started. The first incident was on Saturday, Sept. 9 after Orientation Week and the second was this past Tuesday, Sept. 18. Ma r s Che st er Chow — a st udent , member of the Electronics Gaming Organization (EGO), and a contributor to The Ontarion — believes these break-ins were premeditated. He mentioned that one EGO member had video games stolen during one of the break-ins, which would

require the exact known location for that club’s specific lockers. “I would suspect that it was someone who has used those lockers or someone who has been around the lockers and area a lot to be the one to actually pull off a stunt like this,” Chow told The Ontarion. The clubs who had their lockers broken into on Sept. 18 have talked to Campus Community Police (CCP) and recorded what was in the lockers, and as far as they know, no one has spotted anything missing. Fisher figures whoever broke into the lockers on Sept. 18 was searching for petty cash. The CCP told The Ontarion that they cannot comment on the report due to confidentiality reasons, but they did confirm that the investigation is ongoing. Fisher said the CSA spoke to the university about the possibility of installing cameras in the hallway, but this would be an additional charge. Fisher also said the CSA has come up with an alternative strategy to prevent this from happening again. “[We] will be replacing all the affected locks and we are going to be installing a garage door over the entrance to that locker

Vandalism to CSA club space in the summer of 2017. } Photo by Mirali Almaula.

space. It will be locked at the same time as all the rooms in the hallway,” Fisher said in an interview with The Ontarion. Currently, the UC staff locks, secures, and checks all of the doors in that hallway at 11 p.m., and this garage door will be one more door to check. Club members who need access to the lockers during the times they will be locked can borrow a key from the CSA office. If anyone has any information about this or other incidents please contact their non-emergency number at 519-824-4120 extension 52245.

“The lockers have been broken into twice since the fall 2018 semester started.”

TORNADO TERRORIZES OTTAWA/GATINEAU REGION Tens of thousand were without power for days after two tornadoes touched down in Ottawa/ Gatineau, devastating communities across the region. Some families lost everything in parts of Gatineau and the Dunrobin township west of Ottawa after winds reaching over 260 km/ hr ripped through homes and businesses. “It’s in the top two or three traumatic events that have affected our city,” Mayor Jim Watson said to CBC. KAVANAUGH ACCUSER TO TESTIFY Bret t K ava naugh, who is Tr ump’s nominee for t he Supreme Cour t , has been accused of sexual assault. The New Yorker reports that a second accuser, Deborah Ramirez, has come forward ahead of the hearing. Christine Blassey Ford, the original accuser who came forward publicly on Sept. 14, will testify on Thursday, Sept. 27, following accusations that Kavanaugh sexually assaulted her at a high school party in the early ’80s. Kavanaugh denies the accusation and will also testify on Thursday. TIGER WOODS WINS TOUR CHAMPIONSHIP Woods won his first title since 2013 following four back surgeries, a DUI, and time spent in rehab since his last title. Golfweek reported that Woods was arrested for driving under the influence in May 2017; Woods entered rehab for addiction to painkillers in June 2017. NOTWITHSTANDING NOT NEEDED Ford’s Progressive Conservative Party of Ontario (PC) won the court of appeal case on Sept. 19, paving the way for Ford’s Better Local Government Act that will cut the size of Toronto’s city council by half. The appeal court’s decision ensures that Premier Ford does not have to use the notwithstanding clause.

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Political mutiny afoot: Liberal MP crosses floor to join Conservatives MP LEONA ALLESLEV, GUN CONTROL LEGISLATION, AND BEING JUST A LITTLE BIT STARSTRUCK E L L A H A RV E Y

I HAVE TO ADMIT, walking into Elizabeth May’s office on Parliament Hill for the first time was a little surreal. There are two large flags flanking her door — the flag of Canada and a flag with the Earth on it — and right above the door, nestled into the woodwork, is a plaque with “May, Elizabeth.” But behind that door is a desk with my name on it (figuratively, not literally), which is almost as surreal.

A few minutes into my new job I figured out that my main task is going to be corresponding with Ms. May’s constituents. Letters and emails received at her office in Parliament range from asking her to help them find housing in Vancouver to appealing to her to save the endangered Salish Sea orcas to criticism of her political stance. She receives over 400,000 letters and emails a year, and most of it is supportive. My job is to go through it all and respond to as much of it as I can. However, I only draft the responses to her letters. Once a week, Ms. May sits down to review and edit

every single draft response to every single letter she receives. Correspondence may make up the backbone of my workday, but I also sometimes attend Question Period (QP). QP is an hour of each sitting day in the House of Commons during which the majority government (the Liberals) responds to questions posed by the opposition (not the Liberals). According to the House of Commons Compendium, “The primary purpose of Question Period is to seek information from the Government and to call it to account for its actions.” As you might imagine, things can get a bit heated during QP. For example, the first day back in session, the Conservatives were shouting and interrupting the Liberals. At one point, I even heard one Conservative MP yell “word salad” at Trudeau while he was answering a question. Not entirely sure what that means, but I found it amusing. On the other hand, Trudeau and the Liberals kept resolutely calm throughout the hour and appeared entirely unruffled by the commotion. But this level of noise is to be expected — we are going into an election year, after all. Unfortunately, I missed the moment in Monday’s QP when L ib era l MP L eona A lleslev (Aurora - Oak Ridges - Richmond Hill) crossed the floor to join the Conservatives. According to an article published by CBC, “this is the first floor crossing the Liberals have faced since Prime Minister Trudeau assumed leadership of the party in 2014.” This move, constituting nothing

less than a mutiny for the Liberals, was apparently the result of Alleslev’s dissatisfaction with the government’s handling of “the economy, tax reform, foreign affairs and trading relationships,” as well as “inadequate military spending,” CBC reports. In classic, stoic Canadian style, Trudeau said in an interview with Paul Wells of Maclean’s that the proceedings were “not great but it’s also not the end all be all.”

But QP is just where the MPs warm up for the main part of their workday: debating and voting on bills. The bill that may have raised the most arm hairs over the past two weeks was C-71, the hotlycontested bill on gun control. This bill (which incidentally passed on Monday, Sept. 24, 185 to 79) ensures that gun vendors keep a registry of guns sold; it will also enhance background checks for gun buyers. As far as I can tell, proponents of C-71 believe this legislation will put back in place the sorely-needed means to keep track of gun sales in Canada while antagonists believe that it will

make it harder to obtain a gun licence. But, isn’t that the point? Everyone knows that illegal and unregistered firearms are a problem in Canada, so I just don’t see how also taking measures to keep track of the legal ones is a step in the wrong direction. I also have to admit that one great thing about working in the Parliamentary Precinct is the feeling that you’re in a sort of Hollywood for political nerds. I was leaving work one day on my bike, minding my own business, and stumbled into Jagmeet Singh, the leader of the New Democratic Party of Canada. And, I’ll have you know, he was every bit as dapper and well-dressed as GQ and the New York Times said he would be. But instead of going up to him and saying “Hey, I’m a big fan! And my old roommate used to work with you at Queen’s Park,” I instead froze and impeded traffic. I expect this starstruck state to pass quickly as these events become commonplace, and you never know — maybe I’ll even act normal next time I run into Mr. Singh (but that’s doubtful).

Writer’s note and disclaimer: My name is Ella; I’m a U of G alumna, and I intern for Elizabeth May — MP for Saanich-Gulf Islands and the leader of the Green Party of Canada (GPC). As an intern, I attend parliamentary committees, correspond with constituents, attend legislative affairs, and work closely with Ms. May’s legislative assistants. The catch is, I have no experience with or knowledge of politics. This column details my experiences learning about the political culture and proceedings on Parliament Hill. My views are my own, and do not represent those of the GPC or of The Honourable Elizabeth May, MP.

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The Glorious Sons close out Guelph homecoming LEAD SINGER BRETT EMMONS TELLS HIS STORY OF SELF CARE

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THE GLORIOUS SONS played for a packed crowd at Peter Clark Hall in the University Centre on Saturday, Sept. 22, and proved that they are the band the world needs right now. The Glorious Sons’ frontman, Brett Emmons, took a call with The Ontarion ahead of the show to discuss the band’s career so far. “[We’re] going to play rock music and have as much fun as possible,” said Emmons. “I think the best bands in the world live are the bands that are having fun.” After the opening band, Shotty Horroh, failed to create any energy in the room, Emmons walked on stage wearing his father’s University of Guelph football jersey and received rapturous applause. Emmons has spent time in Guelph and recalls funk nights at The Albion and walking around downtown Guelph before the band got started. With years of partying and jubilation gone by, Emmons remains incredibly human, but his level of balance took some trial and error to arrive at. “I stopped drinking and started to make some life choices to start to become myself,” said Emmons. “In this business you can pretty much get whatever you want, as far as substances and partying goes, whenever you want.” “What was hard for me was limiting myself over the years. I wouldn’t say I had a terrible addiction, but it was changing my brain,” Emmons continued. “When that started happening and I felt that I was becoming more of a caricature than a person, and I felt like I was evading the responsibility that I had to the people that I loved in my life, I realized that I had to make a change. It’s been really good.” The Glorious Sons are about to kick off the last leg of their tour promoting their newest album Young Beauties and Fools. Both singles from the album — “S.O.S (Sawed Off Shotgun)” and “Everything Is Alright” — have reached number one on the Billboard Canada Rock Chart. “The whole album is kind of about owning up to yourself and the people around you, just being honest with yourself and how you feel and where you stand and what kind of person you have been,” said Emmons. “The song ‘Everything Is Alright’ […] is also about trying to find that moment of peace. Maybe it’s forgiveness, maybe it’s something else, but when everything is bad, it can still be okay for a little bit.” Originally, the show was set to take place at the Guelph Gryphons Athletics Centre on campus, but was moved at the last moment to Peter Clark Hall in the University Centre. Undoubtedly, the UC administration, Central Student Association, and other show partners made an excellent decision in moving the show to a venue that was more intimate. On an audible note, The Glorious Sons were far able to outperform the recorded versions of themselves. The live show in such a small space created a huge and crisp sound. Considering that homecoming is the biggest party day of the year, the audience was lively but respectful. As the band played each song, the fans knew every word and sang along. This positive energy created a feeling of camaraderie in the hall. Although Emmons and The Glorious Sons started out admiring the Rolling Stones (and still do), they have swiftly curated their own image, and cut an album that simultaneously acknowledges that although life can be hard, it can always be improved.

“When everything is bad, it can still be okay for a little bit.”

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Zany performances from Amy Bugg and local comedians SMILES ALL AROUND AT THE MAKING-BOX P H OTO & S TO RY BY J E N N I E M A R TOW

THE MAKING-BOX brought smiles to the faces of many this past Friday, Sept. 21 evening with their comedy show. The intimate audience created a welcoming atmosphere that set the stage for a charming and engaging night. Jay Reid’s high energy while hosting the event got the show off to a lively start. He started us off by asking the whole room to stand up, turn to a nearby neighbor and shout: “I am going to laugh so hard tonight!” Followed by: “I’m so happy to be here!” And ending off with: “Sleep Country Canada, why buy a mattress anywhere else!” Instead of introducing the comedians by listing some Wikipedia accomplishments, Reid shared long-forgotten Facebook photos

and posts of the soon-to-perform and assuredly embarrassed comics. First up, Amber Dewar shared her sup erhero p er sona , t he Patriarch Angel. When considering what she feared as much as Batman feared bats, only the patriarchy would do. Her fight against Mr. Mansplainer, Body-Shame Wow, and Poison Masculinity is truly heroic. Chris Adoranti explored the turmoil of different names, including the inevitability of becoming a cannibal when named Hannibal. Likewise, he encountered a mother shouting “Marco” in search of her lost son and couldn’t control himself from responding, “Polo!” which is frankly her fault for choosing that name.

Zak McDonald’s self-deprecating humour was delightful as he smiled away the pain of being a New York Jets fan and the liberation of realizing you will never be a “cool guy.” Unfortunately, the originally scheduled headliner, Ashley Moffatt, had a family emergency and had to cancel. In order to cheer Moffatt up the crowd was asked to laugh hysterically at an imaginary joke in order to send her a video that hopefully brightened her day. Stepping in as the headliner, Amy Bugg’s deadpan delivery brought a refreshing view on body image. As someone with a “math tutor” face who has been likened to a baby bird, Bugg held no shame for her “small-boned” figure. The Making-Box provided yet another great evening of laughs.

“When considering what she feared as much as Batman feared bats, only the patriarchy would do.”

From left to right: Jay Reid, Amber Dewar, Chris Adoranti, Zak McDonald, and Amy Bugg performing at The Making-Box.

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Miyeok-guk, my Korean seaweed soup recipe A TASTE OF HOME THAT WARMS MY SOUL S TO RY & P H OTO BY M I N YO U N G K I M

IF SOMEONE ASKED me about my soul food, I would answer without hesitation: “seaweed soup.” It’s a healthy soup — so healthy that in Korea mothers have this meal after they give birth to a child. But more importantly it is delicious, warms me up as the days cool here, and reminds me of home — so what else can I call seaweed soup if not soul food? Seaweed soup, called Miyeok-guk in Korean, is a symbol of the day one was born. In addition to the custom of mothers having seaweed soup as their first meal after they give birth to a child, people are meant to eat this soup annually on their birthdays. It’s not just a custom that we follow; seaweed soup is full of nutrients and is good for blood circulation and skin health. So seaweed soup is always good to eat.... Unless it’s the day before a big exam — there’s this superstition not to eat seaweed soup before an important exam day since the slippery texture of seaweed can represent one falling down (slipping down). Since finals are not any time soon, why not go for a bowl of seaweed soup for tonight’s dinner? You can even invite some friends because this recipe serves three to four people. INGREDIENTS

• 35 grams of dried brown seaweed (Miyeok) • 2 tablespoons of soy sauce • 1 tablespoon of sesame oil • 5 cups of water • Salt and pepper, to taste • 300-350 grams of beef (tenderloin) • Dried anchovies – (optional, to taste) INGREDIENT PREPARATION

• Gently wash the dried seaweed in the water and soak it in clear water for at least five minutes. • When the seaweed absorbs enough water, cut it into bite-sized pieces. Also cut the meat into bite-sized pieces. RECIPE 1. Heat up a large pot over medium heat and add sesame oil. 2. Add beef pieces and season with salt and pepper. 3. After one to two minutes, add the seaweed and stir it for a while. 4. When the beef is cooked, add water. 5. Add soy sauce. 6. Add dried anchovies (optional – this will allow the flavour to deepen) 7. Boil the soup over medium heat for more than 20 minutes. 8. Add some more soy sauce/salt, to taste.

Enjoy a nice hot bowl of seaweed soup alone or eat with rice!

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Why you should wear orange on A R T I C L E BY J U D E K E E F E , M E H A K M O H I N D R U & R E B E C C A S T E V E N S - G R E E N | M A P S & G R A P H I C S BY J U D E K E E F E

THE ORIGINS OF ORANGE SHIRT DAY

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First held in Williams’ Lake, B.C. in May of 2013, Orange Shirt Day is an event that recognizes the harm done to children’s sense of selfesteem and wellbeing as a result of the residential school system. The event grew out of Phyllis (Jack) Webstad’s story about her experience at a residential school in 1973, when she was just six years old. She shares the story of the original orange shirt on the Orange Shirt Day website. “ We never had ver y much money, but somehow my granny managed to buy me a new outfit to go to the Mission school,” Webstad said. “When I got to the Mission, they stripped me, and took away my clothes, including the orange shirt!” In support of the symbol for the national event, Webstad said: “The color orange has always reminded me of that and how my feelings didn’t matter, how no one cared and how I felt like I was worth nothing. All of us little children were crying and no one cared.” Today, Webstad ’s story has

become a movement. Wearing an orange shirt on Sept. 30 is one way to honour and remember all those who were stripped of their cultural identity and individuality during this dark period of Canada’s history while acknowledging that healing is ongoing. In 2017, Jane Philpott, Canada’s minister of Indigenous services, urged Canadians to wear orange on Sept. 30 to continue an annual tradition of recognizing Canada’s history with residential schools. U OF G PROFESSOR BRITTANY LUBY TALKS ORANGE SHIRT DAY

The Ontarion spoke to U of G history professor Brittany Luby about Orange Shirt Day. Luby identifies as part of the Anishinaabe and Ochiichagwe’Babigo’Ining Ojibway Nation; her work explores writing as a tool for reconciliation. Jude Keefe: What is the purpose of Orange Shirt Day? Brittany Luby: Wearing an orange shirt on Sept. 30 demonstrates an awareness of Canada’s residential school legacy. It is a symbolic reminder that Canada worked, systematically, to eradicate Indigenous cultures and to impose Anglo-Canadian norms on Indigenous youth. Its symbolic function becomes clear when you learn the history behind Orange Shirt Day. In the 1970s, administrators stripped Phyllis Webstad of her orange shirt, a prized possession, on arrival at residential school. Federally-funded employees took Phyllis’ clothing. They also tried to take her culture and her language.

JK: What is the significance of Orange Shirt Day? BL: Phyllis survived and she never forgot where she came from. For this reason, wearing an orange shirt on Sept. 30 is also a sign of Indigenous strength. It says, “Indigenous nations survived. We are holding Canada accountable for past wrongs. And, we want Canadians to see that reconciliation requires ongoing healing work.” JK: Do you think Orange Shirt Day should be promoted throughout the University? BL: Yes, absolutely. Post-secondary education is a privilege. Choosing your courses, selecting a degree program — these are all privileges that Indigenous youth were denied by the federal government for over a hundred years. I think Orange Shirt Day is an important time for reflection. It shines a light on state violence and educational inequit y in Canada. It is a reminder that we must do better for the next generation of learners — empowering them to be mindful of their treaty partners and critical of federal policies that compromise Indigenous sovereignty.

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FORD SLASHES FUNDING FOR UPDATED CURRICULA, INDIGENOUS HISTORIES IGNORED ONCE AGAIN

In 2008, residential schools made headlines following Prime M i n is t er S t ephen H a r p er ’s formal apology to survivors and all Indigenous people. However, in this apology, Harper failed to acknowledge the Innu, Inuit, and NunatuKavut people of Newfoundland and Labrador and the five residential schools that operated in the province. There was no responsibility taken for the residential schools that were provincially run. The federal government believed that since these schools were put in place before Newfoundland and Labrador joined Confederation, there was no need to attempt to make amends with the survivors of those five schools. This led to a class-action lawsuit, and the Liberal government under Justin Trudeau agreed to pay $50 million to Indigenous survivors that were left out of Harper’s apology and the accompanying settlement back in 2008. In Goose Bay, Trudeau attempted to make up for the previous government’s omission by stating, “We share this burden with you by fully accepting our responsibilities — and our failings — as a government and as a country.” Events such as Trudeau’s apology and Orange Shirt Day are powerful, but as the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) informs Canadians, the actions required must take place daily

in order to battle the systemic racism that continues to impact the Indigenous peoples in Canada. Such actions involve territorial acknowledgements of Indigenous territories, engagement of local knowledge holders, and honouring of land rights in Canada when planning new developments. U of G graduate student Alisa Nyugen participated in a class trip to the Woodland Cultural Centre museum on Sept. 21, and said the experience reiterated the importance of preserving evidence. “There are only a few remaining residential schools [which are closed but still standing] and if they are destroyed, removed, and then forgotten, so too are the stories,” said Nyugen. “It’s a chapter in our history that we can all learn from. First we need to learn the truth, then get onto the reconciliation part.” Unfor t u nat ely, u nder t he authority and direction of Ontario Premier Doug Ford, the current public education system is threatened by an outright refusal to share and teach information about Indigenous people. By limiting the work of the TRC through cuts to funding, decreased access to education, and misplaced priorities in policy-making, the problem of young Canadians being unaware of the impact of residential schools is only exasperated. It is a gross failure of the government to deny the general population the basic education needed to understand the history of those from whom this land was taken, the history of those who survived what is

SOUTHWEST ONTARIO SETTLEMENTS & FIRST NATIONS RESERVES We acknowledge that the University of Guelph resides on the ancestral lands of the Attawandaron people and the treaty lands and territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit. We recognize the significance of the Dish with One Spoon Covenant to this land and offer our respect to our Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee and Métis neighbours as we strive to strengthen our relationships with them. Today, this gathering place is home to many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples and acknowledging them reminds us of our important connection to this land where we learn and work.

tantamount to genocide. Today, failing to teach the history of residential schools is a sad continuation of the erasure of Indigenous experiences and culture in Canada. The TRC recommends that the national community familiarize itself with the 94 recommendations for

personal action to express reconciliation in daily life. These recommendations are available in the official TRC and National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR) document, available on nctr.ca/reports, alongside many other detailed reports on the issue.

LOCAL ORANGE SHIRT DAY EVENTS

U of G is recognizing Orange Shirt Day on Friday, Sept. 28 because Sept. 30 falls on Sunday this year. The Aboriginal Resource Centre invites all students, staff, faculty, and visitors to show respect for survivors of the residential school system by wearing an orange item of clothing on that day, and if you choose, throughout the weekend to Sept. 30. In Guelph region, the Woodland Cultural Centre is hosting a Survivors Gathering on Sept. 29 and 30 from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.; their website explains that, as the site of the former Mohawk Institute Residential School, the significance of attaching positive memories of reconciliation here will support healing for those involved.

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IT WAS A NAIL-BITER for fans and players alike as the Guelph Gryphons and Queen’s Gaels battled to the dying seconds of Saturday’s homecoming matchup at Alumni Stadium. Despite a disappointing 33-32 loss, the excitement for Guelph Gryphons started far before the game and continued well after it as the Gryphons community rallied around team members of the present while also celebrating those of the past. With a halftime performance by Guelph Alumni, country music duo the Reklaws, as well as a special presentation for Gryphon Hall of Fame inductees, Guelph pride was on full display.

THE PRE-GAME

Ahead of Saturday’s game, the Gryphon football team was ready to continue their momentum after a 26-20 win over Windsor last week. This was a win that brought the team back to .500 on the season, but more importantly brought them into playoff contention. The two teams also entered the game with homecoming history, as the last time the two met for a game at homecoming (in 2014), the Gryphons overwhelmed the Gaels 66-0. Certainly this added some fuel to the fire, as the two teams began what was to become one of the closest and most nervewracking games of the season. THE BREAKDOWN

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Harry Robinson (30) and Kian Schaffer-Baker (14) take a moment before the game.

In the first quarter, Queens jumped out to an early lead as their offence clicked on all cylinders. Fueled by the success of a fake punt in their opening drive, the Gaels put points on the board in a hurry, finding early success in their running game. This momentum drove the ball forward, with the Gaels scoring again before the end of the first quarter giving them a two-touchdown 14-0 lead. After a struggling first quarter, the Gryphons finally got going with a massive 46-yard completion between veteran quarterback Theo Landers and Kian Schaffer-Baker that brought life back into the Guelph offense. Landers then completed the drive with 15 of his 85 rushing yards, getting Guelph on the board 14-7. This did not sway Queen’s momentum however, as they kept their foot on the gas and the ball on the ground, running for another touchdown before the end of the quarter.

The success of the Gaels rushing game continued into the second half, as they scored once again on the ground, opening the lead further. This, combined with an additional field goal and the Gryphons found themselves in a 33-7 hole with 1:23 left in the third quarter. It was at this point that Landers began Guelph’s comeback with one of his best games ever in a Gryphons uniform. Supported by a core of talented receivers, the Gryphons put points on the board in a hurry with a picture perfect 45-yard touchdown pass to Zeph Fraser on the final play of the quarter. The fourth quarter is where Gryphons, pride began to shine, as a recharged Gryphons defense managed to shut out the Gaels completely while the offense led fans to the edge of their seats. SchafferBaker put on a show, catching a much needed 22-yard touchdown pass. However, it was Kade Belyk who allowed the fans to hope, as he caught Landers third touchdown pass of the day and brought the Gryphons back into the game, 28-33. Guelph’s final charge continued with a 29-yard field goal, bringing the Gryphons within three points of victory. Armed with both the offensive and defensive momentum, as well as the buzzing energy of the crowd, the Gryphons made one final charge down the field. With victory in sight, the Gryphons set up for a game winning 32-yard field goal with 9.2 seconds left. Unfortunately, the comeback fell short for the hometown team. Or, more accurately, it would fall just left, as All-Canadian kicker Gabe Ferraro missed the uprights and the Gryphons finished the game one point shy of what would’ve been the biggest comeback of the season.

THE TAKEAWAY

“I’m proud of the heart they showed and the effort they put in,” Head Coach Todd Galloway said to gryphons.ca. “I just feel awful for these kids because they worked so hard for a better result.” Despite the result however, what can fans take away from this game as the Gryphons continue their season? Fourth-year quarterback Landers looks poised to lead this team to success with easily his most impressive performance of the season. Landers finished the game with 318 yards, four touchdowns, and a game-high 85 rushing yards. The Gryphons receiving core continued their strong play with three receiving touchdowns. This was led by Schaffer-Baker who reeled in 130 yards alone. Despite a shaky start, Guelph’s emerging defense showed it can hold its own in crunch time, especially under the leadership of reigning OUA player of the week, Luke Korol. With this loss, the Gryphons fall to 2-3 on the season and eighth in the OUA standings. However, they will get the opportunity to get back into playoff contention with their next game at Laurier on Saturday, Sept. 29. Despite a potential storybook ending finishing one kick short, the Guelph Gryphons football team supplied the packed stadium with an exciting game. In an almost perfect homecoming game, Gryphons of all kinds were treated to an afternoon of team and community spirit, beautiful weather and heart-stopping football excitement. Though the game winning kick may have been just left, for the fans at Alumni Stadium the day seemed to end up alright.

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My first Wildlife Club trip: Fall is the best time to go camping ENTRY #1: SEPT. 21-23, 2018. SINGING SANDS OF BRUCE PENINSULA. C AT C O O P E R

MY WILDLIFE CLUB group clusters among the scraggly dune grass. Whispers of “snake” ripple through those of us who haven’t quite caught up yet. We all walk a little faster. Being vertically challenged, I have to stretch to see the little ribbon snake woven between the fingers of my friend Bianca. The herpetologists are excitedly talking among themselves, identifying the snake based on markings and musk. Those of us with cameras get in as close as we can, trying to get the perfect shot. I laugh a little at the visual, a tiny snake surrounded by great gaping black eyes of the camera lenses on all sides. We are visiting the Singing Sands of Bruce Peninsula, it’s ten degrees, and I haven’t slept properly in two nights. At this point, only the adrenaline from my swim in the icy waters of Georgian Bay is keeping me going, but I’m determined not to miss anything. The plummeting temperatures have kept me in a state of permanent restlessness during the darkest hours, shivering to stay warm despite my sleeping bag, two extra blankets, and three layers. Karolin, my friend on exchange from Germany, smiles at me on my way to breakfast that morning and asks how I slept. I tell her I didn’t and she smiles again, reporting that she slept quite soundly. Despite the cold, fall is one of the most rewarding times to go enjoy the natural beauty of Canada’s rugged terrain, and maybe

A ribbon snake, one of the many kinds of snakes found at the Singing Sands of Bruce Peninsula. | Photo by Cat Cooper

catch sight of a few critters. Not only are the leaves turning colour, producing some spectacular vistas, but the woods are blissfully free of flying insects, meaning you can traverse the woods without fear of being swarmed by mosquitos or blackflies. It’s also a great time for canoeing and swimming, many of the smaller lakes retain the heat they absorbed over the summer months. Unfortunately, Georgian Bay doesn’t really heat up — a lesson learned during my swim. The group I’m with have no qualms about picking up anything that crawls, slithers, or hops, and there’s always someone clutching

a pair of binoculars, ready to lift them skyward at a moment’s notice. Early fall is great for reptiles and amphibians. It’s the last chance to catch a glimpse of them before they go into hibernation. Snakes, being endotherms or “cold blooded,” rely on the heat of the sun for physical function. The cold forces them out in the open in order to absorb heat, but many of them are still slow due to the cold, making them easier to observe. A cold wind blows across the sand, bringing storm clouds with it. I have to stop and pull out another sweater from my travel backpack, and struggle to pull it

down over my two existing layers. Moving is now arduous at best. But across the dunes another group forms, and I throw my backpack over my shoulders and continue.

“Despite the cold, fall is one of the most rewarding times to go enjoy the natural beauty of Canada’s rugged terrain, and maybe catch sight of a few critters.”

UFC fighter gives seminar at local high school STEPHEN “WONDERBOY” THOMPSON JOINED BY FATHER S TO RY & P H OTO BY M A R S C H E S T E R C H OW

THIS PAST WEEKEND, UFC fighter Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson and his father Ray Thompson came to Guelph to do a seminar and a meet and greet. Thompson is undefeated through 37 amateur and 57 professional kickboxing matches. Guelph Family Martial Arts (GFMA) hosted the event, which took place at John F. Ross Collegiate Vocational Institute. Guelph local Nathan Skoufis from GFMA is the 2018 Welterweight NASKA (North American Sport Karate Association) World Champion.

The seminar from Thompson included basic workout drills and warm ups, teaching students about Thompson’s basic warm-up routine. This led to a practice session where everyone learned about some of the techniques Thompson uses in the octagon. He explained in detail how and why he moves around in a certain way, most notably focusing on his footwork. After the workout, there was a Q&A session, where many of his fans got the chance to learn more about Thompson. Fun fact: he really likes old kung fu movies

starring Jackie Chan and Jet Li. At the end of the seminar, fans got to do a meet and greet with Thompson, which included taking pictures with him and getting his autograph. This was a fun event, as everyone enjoyed themselves, many stating that Thompson was very down to Earth and humble. People from as far as Toronto attended the seminar.

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In defense of coffee IT’S NOT AS BAD AS YOU MAY THINK B E R E N G A RV I E

T H R O U G H O U T H I S TO RY thousands of our best minds have pondered, mused, and pontificated upon a subject that should interest anyone with a philosophical streak: what constitutes a good life? Some insisted it was to be found in the appreciation of art while others considered selfimprovement to be a virtue above all else. Coffee, despite what you may have been told, is both art of the most exquisite kind, and pure self-improvement conveniently reduced to a hot black liquid that can be easily sipped whenever you may wish. The fact that it is art is unquestionable. For is cooking not an art? And if cooking is an art then why not brewing? The flavours that the almost magical beans imbue can only be described as having a quality that, if illustrated, would captivate the eyes and warm the soul more than any of our current “masterpieces.” But quite apart from its artistic qualities, its benefits as concern your health are far less widely known or appreciated. (Please bear in mind, that the

following information is assuming that sugar is not dumped, by the pound, into each cup). Let’s tackle one of the first coffee-health myths right away. According to a 2008 study conducted by researchers at Sun Yat-sen University in China, coffee does not increase the risk of coronary heart disease (CHD) at all! In fact, they even found that “habitual moderate coffee drinking was associated with a lower risk of CHD in women.” Good news, right? Well it gets even better! Strokes are less prevalent among heavy coffee drinkers too, even “despite smoking tendency” according to researchers in California. Indeed research suggests that coffee and its constituents are associated with decreased risk of the following diseases: Type 2 Diabetes. Consuming at least three cups of black coffee per day was associated with risk lowered by 42 per cent according to a study on coffee and tea consumption in Diabetologia. Liver Cancer. In a study conducted by Oliver John Kennedy

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and colleagues that involved over two million participants, the findings indicated that people who drank two cups of coffee a day had a 35 per cent reduced risk of developing hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), the most common form of liver cancer. Alzheimer’s Disease. According to research published in the European Journal of Neurology, “Caffeine intake was associated with a significantly lower risk for Alzheimer’s,

independently of other possible confounding variables.” Coffee’s benefits are so numerous that one cannot help but sigh in pity when observing the many misguided chaps who make a habit out of avoiding the sacred brew in favour of such things as green tea or chai. They just don’t know what they’re missing. Perhaps their teeth may be a touch whiter than those who regularly consume the black java

in great quantities, and maybe it can be conceded that sleep may be improved if one curtails caffeine consumption, even just a little bit. Nevertheless, if these things are going to suffer then so be it! I may have rings under my eyes and stains on my teeth, but that is a sacrifice that I, and many others, are willing to make.

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I was pretty unsatisfied with how the meals looked vs. the photos on the website.

EVER WANTED TO have your own personal chef? That’s what inspired eFresh Meals co-founder Rob Clark to start a chef-prepared meal delivery service. Unlike most other food delivery services like Chefs Plate or HelloFresh that deliver portioned ingredients and recipes for you to cook at home, eFresh Meals delivers already cooked meals to your door every week. They offer over 40 menu items, including vegetarian, dairy-free, or gluten-free options on a rotating menu based on chef recommendations, customer feedback, and best-sellers.

The meals arrive at your door in a temperature-controlled recyclable package, so even if you’re not at home to answer the door during delivery, the meals stay fresh for up to 48 hours on your doorstep. In a phone interview, Clark told The Ontarion that eFresh donates meals to Toronto-area food donation centres for every order that they receive from customers. They also focus on using local and organic ingredients when possible, and use healthier recipes in comparison to the average frozen dinner from the supermarket. I ordered some of eFresh’s meals

to try them for myself, thanks to a code for five free meals that they provided. My order included five out of the seven available vegetarian options: 1. Chickpea and lentil curry 2. Vegetarian lasagna 3. Stuffed peppers 4. Butternut squash ravioli 5. Vegetarian falafel At first glance, the meals didn’t look as appetizing as the photos on the website led me to expect. This was understandable though since the pack age had been shipped by FedEx and the meals were in recyclable containers

rather than freshly made and plated for presentation. I tried each of the meals over the span of a week, and it did end up saving me time when I had 12-hour work days, but not much more time than walking to a takeout restaurant five minutes away from my apartment and ordering something there. I also found that the portion sizes were quite small, and as a 115-pound young woman, I needed to eat at least two meals to satisfy my lunchtime hunger. At an average cost of $15 per meal, and having consumed two servings at a time, it was a

little costly for just one lunch. And though the packaging is recyclable, what’s even more eco-friendly is when there’s no packaging at all, like when you make your own lunch or eat at a dine-in restaurant. Overall, I think it was a unique experience to try this meal delivery service, but in the end, if I’m ordering food, I’d prefer picking it up from a local restaurant instead of heating up microwavable meals.

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What do you know about Supported Learning Groups? HOW STUDENT-LED SESSIONS CAN MAKE TOUGH COURSES MANAGEABLE EMMA EVENDEN

YOU DID IT! The first month of classes is over! At this point, many students begin to have anxiety over perceived difficult or “weeder” courses. Maybe it’s the class with an 80 per cent final, or maybe it’s the class that has a list of horror stories a mile long associated with it — as students, we’ve all experienced them. In first year, I had three of these courses. I grew up in a small town that had one high school with less than a thousand kids enrolled in it. Because of this, many courses I wanted to take in high school were not offered — things like accounting and economics weren’t even an option. As university approached, I knew that I wouldn’t be as prepared as others who had these opportunities — but imagine my shock during the first few classes

when I felt like the professors were speaking a completely different language. What I do remember is that during one of my first classes, a student stood up and identified themselves as an SLG leader. SLGs — or Supported Learning Groups — are a unique and beneficial resource for students at U of G. They are sessions held on a weekly basis that help solidify course content and ensure students feel confident in what they’re learning. The sessions are facilitated by an SLG leader, but students are encouraged to collaborate with one another in order to work through difficult lecture material. I figured that one of the best ways to gain more insight about SLGs was to talk to an SLG leader. Enter Iryna Savinova — who is

somewhat of an SLG expert after leading SLG sessions for courses like MATH*1080, BIOL*1090, CHEM*1040 and BIOC*2580. She’s currently an SLG mentor, which means she supports SLG leaders as they support students. “Attendees should leave SLG sessions feeling more confident in their studying and learning strategies, as well as being motivated to keep up to date with the lecture and even have new friends they can sit beside during future lectures,” said Savinova. What does she recommend for students who are taking a challenging course? “Disregard the ‘hallway talk’ that creates these intimidating characterizations of a course. Instead, I would suggest staying on top of lecture material by consolidating the material soon afterwards through solving

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application problems and reviewing the content,” said Savinova. By seeking assistance outside of the classroom, intimidating courses can become more manageable.

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HUNDREDS OF GUELPH high school students walked out of class last Friday, Sept. 21 to protest the provincial government’s rollbacks of the 2015 sex education curriculum. The transportation back to the 1998 curriculum was quickly followed up with the cancellation of Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) curriculum writing sessions to improve Indigenous education. Thousands more walked out across the province to protest the Premier of Ontario’s decisions. It was a hopeful and uplifting grassroots march that saw hundreds of teenagers getting involved in the political process. Students rose to the call for action, engaged as political citizens committed to the democratic project. If the personal is political then these students found what is personal, and in the process, found their voices. A nd while these st udent s showed a maturity beyond their years, it was made all the more noticeable by the contrast: the guys in Make America Great Again (MAGA) hats manning a black, raised pickup truck tricked out

with thick wheels, roll cage, flood lights, and the fear mongering, politically inciting touch of the blue Trump flag. The Guelph Mercury Tribune reports that the Trump supporters were giving protestors the middle finger. The truck revved up Carden Street intimidating and inciting the protestors. On the next lap a student stole the flag causing the Trump supporter to leave the vehicle, but the police intervened to return the flag and told the Trump supporters to go home. They did. In beginning to make sense of this, we at The Ontarion want to first denounce the actions of the Trump counter protestors. Denounce firstly because this is Canada, not America, so the hats make no sense (we recommend buying some Ford Nation merch or something that is at least relevant to the discourse). Denounce secondly because these are fear-mongering tactics. To be in a raised, intimidating vehicle bent on fear-mongering symbolic gestures, implicitly looking to incite progressive-leaning

students, rather than seeking an informed, rational debate on policy — it should be noted that three Ford supporters sat at a collapsible table willing to debate fellow students — creates factions in a ever-siloing world. These tactics, particularly after tragedies like Charlottesville (and we are not equating the two, Charlottesville is simply the end of the road; the off-the-cliff manifestation of what happens if we take these political conflicts to their farthest extreme, well not the farthest, see the Second World War), incites a division that predicates a war-bent tribalism. What are we to make of this? These two rogue anomalies, two soldiers representing a global trend towards a racist, divisive stance wearing the mask of populism, that is, “the will of the people.” Of course these two men could just be two unreasonable people trying to stir up something — what that is remains unknown to me and the rest of the editorial team. This seemingly transnational feeling is rooted in xenophobia, racism, hate, and general discomfort with progressive policies. In 1995, Umberto Eco wrote an essay gifting us a list on the modes and commonalities of fascist movements. Eco was a boy within Mussolini’s Italy and was raised as a fascist. He wrote school papers on whether he “should die for the glory of Mussolini and the immortal destiny of Italy.” He notes that his answer was “positive” because he was a “smart boy.” Towards the end of his essay, Eco lists 14 commonalities of fascism. The first is the cult of

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In our era, it seems that in all political conflict, whether online or within protests, warfare is explicit. Tribal lines are drawn. Us versus them has been instituted, always, regardless of the discourse on policy. Rhetoric is king, not policy or rationality. Eco states that “freedom of speech means freedom from rhetoric.” Let that marinate. To speak freely, and to be heard earnestly, divisive rhetoric grounded in irrationalism must be transformed into respectful and open debate held in good faith and for the goal of the common good. If common ground is to be found, there cannot be permanent warfare embodied by Trumpian tactics, but perhaps a collapsible table.

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Do you think your pet deserves to be the next pet of the week? Send your photos to ktran@theontarion.com by 9 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 1, along with your full name, pet’s name, age, species, and a fun fact about them.

Q & A W ITH G U E LPH :

Do you prefer waffles or pancakes? Heather Beach: Pancakes. I grew up with them, so nostalgia is a major influence in my decision. As well, they are more accessible to the general public, as you don’t need a special, one-purpose tool to make them (ie. a waffle iron). fatima‫@ ‏‬fatimasjournal My Lola (Grandma) makes the greatest pancakes!! (I call her Lola, since that’s the term for Grandma for Filipinos) I give her the latest copy of The Ontarion every week, so if this makes the issue, I love you Lola and your pancakes!! Veronica Cheng‫@ ‏‬veronicheng Both are good but waffles are crunchy and you can hold them

DON’T FORGET WE WILL BUY ITEMS AS WELL!

(519) 265-PAWN (7296) Jewelry • Electronics • Instruments Video Games • Tools • & More 77 Macdonell Street, Downtown Guelph Take the 99N bus from campus!

Pancakes 39%

Waﬄes 61% Waffles

Every week we’re asking you, the reader, to participate in our poll and tell us what you think about a chosen topic. Look for our polls posted on our Facebook and Twitter page every Wednesday, and post your comments for a chance to see your opinion printed in the next issue of The Ontarion.