Immigration protesters require medical care as dry hunger strike continues in Charlottetown

The protest by immigrant workers hoping to receive their permanent residency and stay on P.E.I. continues. The protesters — who began a hunger strike several days ago — have now stopped drinking liquids. Some have required medical attention.

Immigration protesters require medical care as dry hunger strike continues in Charlottetown
A sign that reads "Islander plz we need your support" in the foreground of a tent encampment.

The protest by immigrant workers hoping to receive their permanent residency and stay on P.E.I. continues. The protesters — who began a hunger strike several days ago — have now stopped drinking liquids. Some have required medical attention.