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Your Victoria summer just got two new ice cream bikes

Your New Favorite Ice Cream Just Got Its Papers

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 our city's hum, the low thrum of daily life that keeps Victoria feeling like itself. New business licenses just came through, according to the City of Victoria's business license portal, and amongst the usual, a delightful detail emerged: Hazels Ice Cream Ltd. has secured two new bicycle vendor licenses, numbers 40784 and 40447, both listed for mobile operation within Victoria, BC V8W 1P6. What does this mean? More ice cream, delivered by bicycle, likely appearing at a park or seaside path near you. It’s a very Victoria way to expand, isn't it? Less big trucks, more pedal power.

### What Else is Moving at City Hall

Beyond the sweet news, a few other permits caught my eye in the recent City of Victoria building permit data:

* **Arcadia's new digs:** An amusement centre, Arcadia, has secured business license #48095 for 707 Johnson St, Victoria, BC V8W 1M8. Another spot for some indoor fun, perhaps, given our famously drizzly winters. * **Pet care grows:** The Downtown Veterinary Clinic has established its presence at 736 Caledonia Ave, Victoria, BC V8T 1E5, with license #22734. Always good to see more support for our furry and feathered companions. * **Electrical work abounds:** Several electrical permits were issued, including #EP083395 for $8,200 to remove existing basement wiring and wire in a new basement suite, and #EP083394 for $3,000 to install two exterior weatherproof exit signs for a new outdoor child play area. It seems folks are quietly sprucing up and expanding their spaces, making room for more life, more light.

It's these small, consistent movements that truly shape the city, isn't it? Keep an eye out for those ice cream bikes—they’ll be a cheerful sight as the days grow longer.

Agnes Szymanski, MiTL Sports Desk Victoria

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