The aggression towards the poor was so palpable by so many strangers and cops on the streets of Toronto. Some people DO care, but others, beyong just indifference, actually harass the homeless. Out of hatred and ignorance. People would wake me up for absolutley no reason when I was even out of their way. Just to be bullies. It was a true disgrace on their part. No moral fiber, no kindness, no generosity of spirit. 

Since my experience that year, I have become WAY more anti social and hostile to strangers. I think it must be from traumas. Overall, I am sad to say, people dont care about poverty unless it affects them personally. The wealthy bullies were such a disgrace. It is hard not to feel anger even today when I look back. And depression at the state of morality of the humanity of this world.