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OTTAWA — A spokesman for Theresa Spence, whose hunger protest has been fanning the flames of the Idle No More protest movement, says the Attawapiskat chief will continue to forgo solid food.

Spence, who has been on a diet of fish broth and medicinal tea for the past four weeks, attended a ceremonial meeting tonight with Gov. Gen. David Johnston.

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Her presence fuelled speculation she might finally end her protest, which was aimed at securing a meeting for First Nations leaders with both Johnston and Prime Minister Stephen Harper.

Both meetings happened today, but in separate venues and at different times.

Spence spokesman Danny Metatawabin says the chiefs didn’t feel like their meeting at Rideau Hall was aimed at accomplishing anything beyond a photo opportunity.

Metatawabin says Spence’s health is poor, and that she’s tired, weak and suffering from stomach cramps.

Spence joined a group of her fellow chiefs at a downtown Ottawa hotel before heading to Rideau Hall for an evening meeting described by officials as “ceremonial.” Looking frail and tired, she walked gingerly with the help of several handlers.