CTV Atlantic News: Halifax arts space receives boost in funding to restore legendary Khyber building

Anyone connected to Halifax’s arts scene over the past 30 years will recognize The Khyber -- a historic, yet badly aging building at 1588 Barrington Street in the downtown core.

The federal government announced $200,000 in funding through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) to help the society finalize design and business plans for the Turret Arts Space.

The funding is in addition to $225,000 provided by the Halifax Regional Municipality for hazardous materials abatement.

“This gets us a lot closer to the dream of a multipurpose arts hub," said Emily Davidson, president of the Turret Arts Space Society.