Roots was founded from a straightforward vision and the determination to realize it. In 1973, Michael Budman and Don Green established Roots, drawing inspiration from their love for Ontario’s Algonquin Park and all it symbolized. Beginning in Toronto with footwear, Roots expanded to offer premium leather bags, jackets, accessories, their iconic salt & pepper sweats, natural fiber apparel, and home products. The leather items have consistently been and are still crafted in Canada at our own factory in Toronto.