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Your city just approved new fun and treats. Here's where.

Your City Hall just okayed new fun

Good morning from the island — we're still here, the orcas were spotted at Active Pass, and honestly, life is fine.

Well, here's the thing about what your City Hall has been up to. It appears Victoria is getting a bit sweeter, and perhaps a touch more entertaining. The latest business licences, as of this morning's review, show two new bicycle vendors for Hazels Ice Cream Ltd. What does this mean for you? More mobile treats winding their way through our streets, perhaps down by Beacon Hill Park or along the Dallas Road waterfront. It’s always a welcome sight, isn't it?

### Arcade Dreams and Pet Care

Beyond the ice cream, a new amusement centre, Arcadia, has been approved at 707 Johnson Street, Licence #48095. An entertainment hub like this in the heart of downtown could certainly add some buzz, complementing the energy of the Fort Street antique district just a short walk away.

And for our furry, scaly, or feathered friends, the Downtown Veterinary Clinic is now official at 736 Caledonia Avenue, Licence #22734. It's good to see essential services like these finding their place here.

* **Ice Cream:** Two new mobile vendors for Hazels Ice Cream. * **Entertainment:** Arcadia amusement centre at 707 Johnson St. * **Pet Care:** Downtown Veterinary Clinic at 736 Caledonia Ave.

These small additions often paint a clearer picture of the city's pulse than the grander projects. What to watch for next? Keep an eye out for these new establishments as they start to contribute to the daily rhythm of our city life.

Agnes Szymanski, MiTL Sports Desk, Victoria.

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