Show of support for gay victims of PEI firebombing

Approximately 60 people gathered in Charlottetown, PEI, this weekend to take part in a Hug and Kiss-in event to show their support for a gay couple whose house was firebombed on Oct 18.

“We should be aware that homophobia exists and be ready to stand against it,” said event organizer Brad Deighan.

(Photo: CBC)

The event follows an outpouring of support from inside the small island community of approximately

141,551 people.

The fire is being investigated by the RCMP and has been called a hate crime by a local United Church minister.

Xtra will have more on this in the coming days.

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