b'communities that we partner with, says Chapman.The play area was revealed during the Peace Gardens grand opening on July 30. While mostly constructed, it is awaiting several final elements before completion.Reporting on these and other initiatives throughout the campus, Militano says the team has benefitted from exceptional communication and collaboration from crews on both sides of the border, which has been helpful given the projectsunique parameters.The International Peace Garden is nestled in the Turtle Mountains, straddling the Canada-U.S. border and [located] a significant distance [away] from major urban centres. As such, the challenges have been similar to those associated with working in a remote location, somewhat amplified by the effectsof COVID and supply chain volatility, he says. Careful planning was andis required, with flexibilitybuilt into the schedule to accommodate disruptions.BUDDING PLANSCampus-wide improvements are taking root at the International Peace Gardens. Once complete, Bockstael and its partners are confident thesite will draw new attention andserve as a testament tocross-border teamwork.The amount of coordination and teamwork it took to bring this together brings a great feeling of accomplishment, says Fillion.This is definitely one for allour portfolios. Issue 3 | Fall Edition | 2022 BUILD MANITOBA 43'