The City of Weyburn will welcome two new names to its Walk of Fame on June 14th, honouring the achievements of Jason Bohn and James K. Hill, both of whom have carried their hometown pride onto national and international stages.
The induction ceremony will take place at 2 p.m. in front of City Hall, coinciding with the annual Soo Line Cruisers Show and Shine. Organizers have once again partnered with the local car club to ensure the festivities flow smoothly.
“We have a really great relationship with the car club,” said City Councillor Laura Morrissette, who chairs the Walk of Fame Committee. “They’ve offered to tone things down for about half an hour, 45 minutes, right in front of City Hall, where the Walk of Fame is. We’ll do a little ceremony and get those plaques unveiled. People can check out the cars and the plaques at the same time.”
This year’s honourees reflect the diverse ways Weyburn residents have left their mark on the world.
Jason Bohn, recognized in the Arts & Entertainment category, began his journey in Weyburn’s band and drama programs, and even donned a cape as “Captain United” for Communithon. Since then, he’s built a respected career as a First Assistant Director, working on projects for Netflix, Hallmark, and Lionsgate, all while remaining based in Saskatchewan and mentoring the next generation of filmmakers.
“Mr. Bohn, after my heart of course, from the film industry, he’s still doing stuff in Saskatchewan,” Morrissette said. “He didn’t have to go to BC or Toronto or down to the States. He’s chosen to stay in Saskatchewan, which is also really cool.”
James K. Hill, inducted in the Business & Industry category, is a seasoned Canadian diplomat with a 35-year career in foreign service. From ambassadorial roles in Costa Rica to serving as Consul General in Atlanta, Hill has been instrumental in strengthening Canada’s international relationships. A graduate of the University of Saskatchewan, he recently helped celebrate the 50th anniversary of U.S.-Canada relations by inviting fellow Weyburnite Tenille Arts to perform in Atlanta.
“To bring that international feel back to Weyburn, both of the gentlemen are going to be here for the unveiling, so that’s going to be really great to celebrate with their friends and family,” noted Morrissette.
The ceremony will also include a special tribute to the late Councillor Dick Michel, who served for many years as Chair of the Walk of Fame Committee. A commemorative plaque will be unveiled in his honour, celebrating his dedication to uplifting others and his lasting impact on the community.
With the 2025 ceremony approaching, Morrissette is already encouraging the public to think ahead for the next round of nominations.
“We’ll start accepting them right after January 1st, 2026, for the 2027 edition,” she explained. “If you’ve nominated someone before and you don’t see them on the Walk of Fame, nominate them again. We want the chance to showcase everybody, from sports, entertainment, diplomats, if you know someone who’s made an international splash, definitely get them nominated.”
The ceremony will go ahead rain or shine, and the city is hoping for the same cooperative weather it has enjoyed in past years.