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

### Ice Cream Dreams and Arcade Streams for Victoria

Well, here's the thing about what City Hall has been up to. While many of us were enjoying the quiet hum of the Inner Harbour float planes, some interesting new ventures are getting off the ground.

What stands out in the recent business license approvals? Hazels Ice Cream Ltd. received not one, but two mobile bicycle vendor licenses (Numbers 40784 and 40447). Does this mean double the deliciousness on our bike paths, or perhaps a second location in mind? It certainly signals a sweet expansion for anyone strolling through Beacon Hill Park this summer.

But it’s not all about the treats. A new entertainment spot called Arcadia is setting up shop at 707 Johnson Street, bringing an amusement centre to the downtown core (License #48095). And for our furry, four-legged residents, the Downtown Veterinary Clinic has opened its doors at 736 Caledonia Avenue (License #22734). It’s a good sign, isn't it, to see these kinds of businesses choosing Victoria?

* Hazels Ice Cream Ltd. gets two mobile bicycle vendor licenses.

* Arcadia, an amusement centre, is now cleared for 707 Johnson Street.

* Downtown Veterinary Clinic opens its doors on Caledonia Ave.

These new licenses reflect a certain vitality in our city. What does this mean for us? More options for entertainment, more care for our pets, and certainly more ice cream as we wander through James Bay. Keep an eye out for those bicycle vendors; they'll be a welcome sight when the sun truly decides to stay.

Agnes Szymanski, MiTL Victoria

Curious how these new spots will fit into the city's rhythm? We talk about it all on the morning show — catch it at mornings.live.