McQuail and his wife Fran are organic farmers who helped start what is now known as the Ecological Farmer's Association of Ontario.

Lucknow-area organic farmer Tony McQuail is remaining in the federal NDP leadership race after meeting the final requirements to run as a candidate. McQuail, 72, is one of five candidates who will be on the ballot when the party membership votes at their convention in Winnipeg March 27-29, after he was able to secure enough [...]