OUR STORY
Where Most Stories Begin...
The Hermit’s Path was born in 2020, in the thick of the COVID-19 pandemic. At the time, founder Jennifer Rapkins was working the front end of a big box retail store—an experience that made two things painfully clear:
1. Mental health was quietly unraveling all around us, and
2. While small businesses were closing their doors, the big corporations were thriving more than ever.
Like many, Jennifer leaned on her own spiritual practice to stay grounded during this time. But she also started thinking bigger—about community, intention, and how to build something that actually supported others.
Her values are rooted in supporting local and uplifting other small businesses. The Hermit’s Path was created as a space where that intention could grow—blending her personal path as an eclectic pagan witch with a passion for community care, energy work, and ethical entrepreneurship.
The Hermit’s Path continues to grow with the support of a like-minded and magical community.
The Hermit’s Path continues to grow with the support of a like-minded and magical community. We’ve proudly aligned with over 15 Canadian makers and artists—each with a powerful story behind their craft. While not every product is from the Island, they are carefully chosen from suppliers who pour heart and meaning into their work. Their creations hold stories worth telling—and we're honoured to share them with you.
This is more than a shop. It’s a movement—a reminder that small magic matters, and that every dollar you spend is a vote for the kind of world we’re building together.
IMPORTANT VALUES
Thinking of Mother Earth
At The Hermit’s Path, sustainability isn’t a trend—it’s a core value.
We source eco-friendly packaging that can be reused, recycled, or composted, and we prioritize working with ethical suppliers and fair trade partners whenever possible. While some protective materials (like bubble wrap) may still be used, they’re almost always reused from other shipments.
Our goal is to minimize waste without compromising the safety of your order. This shop is a labour of love—built to support the planet and the people on it.
Every purchase helps fund someone’s grocery bill, not their third car.
Guilt-free magick, from production to packaging.
MEET THE FOUNDER
“I used to say I couldn’t sit still long enough to make beautiful things… and now I have an entire line of products to prove myself wrong.”
Hi, I'm Jennifer Rapkins, the eclectic pagan witch behind The Hermit’s Path—a metaphysical shop born from a lifetime of curiosity, creativity, and a deep desire to reconnect with spirit.
With over a decade in retail and sales, a background in Digital Marketing, Interior Design and years behind the lens as a Professional Photographer, I’ve always had one foot in the creative world and the other in the practical.
But it wasn’t until a life-altering move across Canada—following a difficult season of burnout and spiritual disconnection—that everything finally clicked. It was in that brave leap that I found my path.
My cards started speaking again.
The magick came back.
And I knew I was meant to build something that helped others reconnect, too.
Now, I handcraft spell jars, ritual salts, ritual oils and herbal kits that empower witches of all paths. I specialize in ritual and herb-based spellwork, and take pride in educating others—especially young or new practitioners—on how to work with energy and intention in a safe, inclusive, and fun way.
As an eclectic pagan, my practice (and my shop!) reflects a wide range of magical traditions—because I believe there’s no one right way to be a witch, just the one that feels right for you.
Want to see what else she can help you with? Click below to check out Jennifer's personal website.
CHECK IT OUTStay In Touch
Ok, so getting multiple emails a week only for you to never look at them again after getting that discount, is mega annoying: I HEAR YOU.
Not only do you get the 10% off your first purchase for signing up, here's what to expect in the occasional emails:
-Invitation to our Private "Hermit's Path - Lounge"
- New product Releases
- Learn more about upcoming markets
- Learn more about your products
- Spells, and Fun things to Try
- A sense of community and support.
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