About Us

Ancestral Wisdom. Clinical Precision. Rituals for Bioharmony.

 

At the heart of Secwepemcúl'ecw, in Chase, British Columbia, sits our home and our studio. Up the Hill Inc. (Up the Hill at Loakin Botanicals) is a bridge between the deep, time-honored plant wisdom passed down through my matrilineal lineage and the modern precision of clinical botanical science.

 

My name is June Anthony-Reeves, and I am the founder of Up the Hill Inc. (Up the Hill at Loakin Botanicals). As a certified clinical herbalist, my work is guided by the understanding of Bioharmony—a practice of healing and balance that Indigenous people across these lands have honored for millennia. I am humbled to carry forward this profound Secwepemc knowledge, originally entrusted to me by my mother and great-grandmother.

 

Our Heritage & Our Approach

 

Our products are not merely formulations; they are rituals. I was taught from a young age that botanical care is an act of stewardship. Every leaf, root, and flower we work with carries the teachings of my Secwepemc ancestors. We honor this heritage by pairing these traditional insights with modern, rigorous standards of botanical purity and efficacy.

 

When you choose a Loakin Botanicals ritual, you are supporting an Indigenous-led enterprise that values:

• The Land: Operating out of Secwepemcúl'ecw, we prioritize sustainable practices that respect the environment we call home.
• The Ritual: We believe in the power of the daily practice. Whether it is the application of a targeted skin support balm or the quiet pause of a botanical tea, we provide the tools to make wellness a meaningful part of your day.
• The Balance: Our "Bioharmony" approach ensures that each product works with your body’s unique rhythm, supporting resilience and vitality without compromise.

 

Rooted in Community

We are proud to serve both the discerning individual or traveler seeking a moment of peace and the community organization seeking to integrate botanical resources into their wellness programs. From our studio here in Chase, we remain steadfast in our commitment to quality, culture, and care.

 

We invite you to step into our circle and experience the intersection of tradition and clinical excellence.

 

With gratitude and respect,

June Anthony-Reeves

Founder, Up the Hill Inc. (Up the Hill at Loakin Botanicals)