The Pillars of Remembrance was erected by the Rural Municipality of Montcalm a few weeks before Remembrance Day, 2020. The two "wings" were constructed of imported jet black granite and the base is light grey granite. It features doves flying above a field of white poppies with one red poppy. The red poppy symbolizes the specific individual being remembered by whoever is at the monument.
The project began with local Resident Mona Lavalee who basically led it by herself. Montcalm was without a war memorial and it was decided to call it a peace memorial to commemorate past and future Veterans. Funding came through grants, donations from local organizations, and the Veteran's Association. Over $22,000 came from Veterans Affairs Canada, the R.M. of Montcalm, and the Morris Legion Poppy Fund. The Province of Manitoba added another $10,000 through its Military Conservation Grant.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the official unveiling and dedication was delayed until the spring of 2021.