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I work in the poorest neighbourhood in Canada (DTES Vancouver)... I get asked for change ALL the time, because they know I work for a major service provider. Instead, I use it as an opportunity to meet someone. When they ask for money, I say I have no change, but I have a debit card and I'd love to go to Waves and buy you a coffee or muffin. If they say yes (they usually do) then I get to meet someone new.
I don't understand the fear and disgust people have for people who are street involved. They smell? They're ugly? They're dangerous? I guess... Wimp.
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Feh.
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