With more than 14 years under his belt, Danny Maloney is one of Megaphone’s longest serving vendors, having become totally self-sufficient by selling the magazine at his long-time location outside of Capers at 4th and Vine.

Originally from Toronto, Danny moved to Vancouver almost 30 years ago when he made the decision to escape a life of drug and alcohol abuse. After a few bumps along the road, Danny became involved with the street paper (known then as Spare Change), where he found the support he needed to stay clean.

“I really had no outlet until I started selling the paper. It gave me the chance to interact and socialize with people and to turn my life around,” says Danny. “The people at the street paper made me feel good about myself. They treated me like a worthwhile person so I started right then and there and have been doing it ever since.”

For Danny, selling Megaphone provides more than just a livelihood.

“I have been able to stay in recovery [and it’s been] 12 years since my last drink and 25 years drug free and the magazine has contributed greatly to my success. It helps me live a healthier lifestyle. I feel good about myself now. I have ideas about the future and plan to continue along the road that I’m on.”