Daniel Downey, a self-proclaimed son of Newfoundland, didn’t always worry about the impacts of the offshore oil and gas industry. As a motorcycle enthusiast, he admits that as recently as 10 years ago, he used to laugh at people who rode bicycles to reduce their personal carbon footprint. And while Dan’s heart will always belong in Newfoundland, where he was born and raised, he can no longer ignore how the province that he knows and loves so dearly, has changed.
Chloe White founded St. John’s Newfoundland’s FunkySwap, a cash-free market, where residents come together to trade clothes, art, and other items and services. Chloe is hoping for a better quality of life for all in St. John’s. Chloe is increasingly concerned about the changes over the past decade that have impacted the people and places she loves. Rising living costs, more extreme weather, and an unstable oil and gas industry have all contributed to a sense of unease. Chloe’s story highlights how her generation is seeking change on these interconnected issues.
