About Us

77 Years of Canadian Craftsmanship

Since 1949, Custom Leather Canada Limited has been crafting premium leather accessories with pride in Kitchener, Ontario. As one of Canada's oldest and largest leather manufacturers, we've spent over seven decades perfecting our craft, combining traditional techniques with modern innovation to create products that stand the test of time.

Our Heritage

What began as a small leather workshop in 1949 has grown into a 70,000 square-foot manufacturing facility—a testament to our commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and Canadian manufacturing. Every belt, accessory, and leather good that leaves our facility carries with it 77 years of expertise, attention to detail, and the pride.

Craftsmanship You Can Trust

In an era of mass production and overseas manufacturing, we remain dedicated to producing leather goods right here in Kitchener, Ontario. Our skilled craftspeople combine time-honored techniques with cutting-edge technology to create accessories that are built to last. From selecting premium Italian and full-grain leathers to hand-finishing each piece, we maintain the highest standards at every step of production.

When you choose Custom Leather Canada, you're not just buying an accessory—you're investing in:

• Canadian Manufacturing: Proudly made in our Kitchener, Ontario facility
• Premium Materials: Carefully sourced Italian and full-grain leathers
• Expert Craftsmanship: 77 years of leather-working expertise
• Sustainable Practices: Local production, quality over quantity, products built to last
• Values: A commitment to quality, service, and integrity that spans generations

Our Product Lines

We wholesale and manufacture goods under a number of trusted product lines. Our main business involves the manufacture and import of men's and women's belts, which we ship to customers throughout Canada and the United States. Our belts are sold under our own brands, our customers' private labels, as well as Silver Jeans Co, Bosca, Vince Camuto, and other licensed brands.

Our customers include all avenues of retail, including major department stores, specialty stores, as well as independent men's and ladies wear stores. We also manufacture and distribute a wide variety of small leather goods and accessories.

Grizzly Fitness: Our Grizzly Fitness division markets a line of fitness accessories including weightlifting belts, straps, and gloves. These products are sold to major sporting goods stores, fitness supply retailers, and gyms throughout North America. Explore the entire line at www.grizzlyfitness.com.

Grizzly Hunting: We manufacture an extensive line of leather goods and hunting accessories in North America under our own brands, as well as Winchester and Ruger brands under license. Discover the complete collection at www.grizzlyhunting.ca.

Why Choose Canadian-Made?

Choosing locally-made products supports Canadian jobs, reduces environmental impact, and ensures ethical manufacturing practices. Our commitment to domestic production means faster turnaround times, exceptional quality control, and the flexibility to meet your unique needs. We take pride in contributing to Canada's manufacturing heritage while delivering products you can trust.

Let's Work Together

We welcome all inquiries for future business development where we can leverage our domestic manufacturing capabilities to deliver high-quality products with exceptional service and flexibility. Whether you're looking for private label manufacturing, wholesale partnerships, or custom leather solutions, our 77 years of experience is at your service.

Our 70,000 square-foot facility in Kitchener, Ontario—where tradition meets innovation

Custom Leather Canada Limited: Handcrafted in Canada Since 1949