Gord Johnson Bus Tours offer a different way to see Moose Jaw’s history

Prepare to sit back, relax and enjoy yourself as Gord Johnson takes you into Moose Jaw’s bygone era. He will be sure to tell you stories with plenty of passion and enthusiasm, as he makes your trip to the city memorable while you take in the history, heritage and culture.

In his friendly and knowledgeable way, Johnson is more than enthusiastic to introduce you to some of the more notable sights in Moose Jaw and beyond. These sights are punctuated by interesting stories that bring community history to life. All tours this year are by appointment only due to the pandemic. For more information or to book a tour, phone 306-692-0072, fax 306-694-5869, or email gdjohnson@sasktel.net. As part of the step-on Johnson Tour Guide Service, the man himself — with more than 20 years of experience as a tourist ambassador —provides various services for tourists visiting Moose Jaw and area: guided step-on bus tours in and around the city, walking tours of downtown Moose Jaw, group itinerary planning, and services as requested. The bus tours include the famous murals and historic downtown, heritage buildings, tales of Moose Jaw’s colourful past, and the beautiful Wakamow Valley. The walking tour gives a closer view and informative narration of murals, history and buildings downtown. An indoor tour of the cultural centre provides a detailed history of this magnificent building that dates to the early 1900s. The restored, ornate interior is a venue for the visual and performing arts. Johnson’s small business also includes slide presentations of the city and area. These presentations focus on portraits of the past; early agriculture; history of the Wakamow Valley; murals of Moose Jaw; and the Riel Rebellion. Guided tours beyond Moose Jaw could include trips to the Claybank Brick Plant, a national heritage site; the Sukanen Ship Pioneer Village and Museum; and Gravelbourg, which is considered a touch of Europe on the Prairies. Trips to Regina focus on the RCMP Heritage Centre, Royal Saskatchewan Museum, Government House, Saskatchewan legislature and the Regina Floral Conservatory. During these pandemic times, tourists may be asked to wear a mask on the bus and to sit toward the back of the vehicle. Due to COVID-19, no tours will be given this year of the 15 Wing Air Base. Contact Gord to ensure he still offers these out-of-town trips.

About Gord Johnson Gord received the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Medal for his dedication to tourism in 2002. He received the Ambassador Award for Tourism Services from the Saskatchewan Tourism Educational Council in 2003. His small business has also been recognized in print media, radio and television. In June 2003, Johnson was a tour guide for His Royal Highness, Prince Edward, when he visited Moose Jaw for the 100th birthday celebrations. Besides being a bus tour guide for more than 20 years, Johnson also has over 30 years of teaching experience.

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