Vancouver takes on Occupiers

Woman’s death sparks showdown between city and protesters

A young woman’s death over the weekend at the site of Occupy Vancouver has prompted city officials to redouble efforts to shut down the 23-day downtown encampment, the Globe and Mail reports. Authorities have not yet confirmed what caused the death 23-year old Ashlie Gough, though many at the site reportedly believe it was overdose.

The Globe and Mail