Roots started with a straightforward vision and the determination to bring it to life. In 1973, Michael Budman and Don Green founded Roots. They were inspired by their love for Ontario’s Algonquin Park and everything it symbolized for them. Beginning in Toronto with shoes, Roots expanded to offer quality leather bags, jackets, accessories, their iconic salt & pepper sweats, natural fiber apparel, and home decor. The leather goods have always been crafted in Canada at our own Toronto facility.