About Us

Where ritual meets story. Where families meet the land.

Before June knew the word “scientist,” she was already learning the science of the land.

She walked behind her mother on late spring picnics, her siblings close, the ground soft with new growth. Her mother would pause, point to a sprig of green, and speak its name—sometimes in Secwepemctsin, sometimes in English.
“This one soothes the lungs.”
“That one calms the belly.”
“This one is for grief.”

They didn’t teach from books.
They taught from memory.
From land.
From lineage.

June grew up with the rhythms of the land and the quiet teachings of her matriarchs—women who practiced medicine long before they knew the english translations for it. Later, she studied with a medical herbalist, learning the Latin names and clinical formulations. But the heart of her work was already rooted—in the stories, the ceremonies, and the plants she’d known since childhood.

Today, June is the founder of Up the Hill Inc., a company that creates botanical products and seasonal rituals inspired by Indigenous knowledge and Secwepemc worldview. From creams and mists to bath soaks and storytelling kits, each item is crafted with care, ceremony, and a deep respect for the land.

We don’t just make products.
We make tools for remembering.
For reconnecting.
For walking gently.

Everything we create is:

  •  Rooted in Indigenous plant wisdom
  •  Made in small batches using wild and cultivated botanicals
  • Packaged with compostable, land-aware materials
  • Designed for all people, families, educators, and community circles

Whether you’re soaking in a Birch scented bath, misting your space with cedar, or sitting in circle with our seasonal ritual guides, you’re not just using a product. You’re entering a story. One that began long ago, and continues every time someone listens to the land.

Welcome to Up the Hill.
We’re so glad you found your way here.

Our Commitment to Sustainability

We harvest respectfully—giving thanks, never taking more than we need, and always leaving enough for future generations. Our products are vegan, nut-free, and made with non-GMO ingredients. We source ethical ingredients.  Eco-sustainability isn’t a trend—it’s a responsibility.

Statement of Transparency

To comply with digital and regulatory standards, we offer this clarification:

“Our products are authentic Indigenous medicines and cultural tools. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease as defined by modern medical frameworks. They are crafted using ancestral knowledge to support holistic and cultural wellness.”

This statement protects our traditions while helping visitors understand the context of our offerings.

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