Montreal says no to Occupy structures

The city of Montreal says structures built by Occupy Montreal protesters are not allowed. The protesters, who have been camped out in Square Victoria for the past three weeks, have been building shelters to fight the cold.

A city spokesman said it’s a safety issue about fire hazards, and that they are in no way telling protesters to leave. However, some protesters seem to think that this is a non-direct way to make them leave. Tents aren’t an issue, but some are still going forward with their shelters.

The city of Montreal said it’s not looking for a fight. The city spokesman said they are asking for the collaboration of the protesters to remove their structures quickly. No comment has been made in regard to the consequences protesters would face if they resist.