Tanya Gluvakov founded Roots and Raven in 2021 after she and her children struggled with depression during the pandemic.

Tanya Gluvakov learned about her Indigenous culture and natural medicinal herbs from her grandmother and other members of her community. (Six Nations of the Grand River- First Nations) The teachings that have stuck with her the most were the importance of appreciation and understanding of the earth and nature.

Roots and Raven participates in local organic farms and community gardens and hosts events to provide others with access to fresh medicinal herbs and the knowledge to grow them.