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EVOLUTION
Up until the mid-1990s, CTL Leather’s primary business was the supply of upholstery leather, representing a large European group of tanneries.

Designers and developers of innovative and exceptional leathers + component products for the hospitality, residential, automotive, motor coach and yacht industries. Incorporated in 1993 in Toronto, Canada, CTL Leather designs and develops innovative and exceptional leathers and component products for the hospitality, residential, interior design, automotive, aviation and marine industries. HISTORY

CTL Leather traces its roots back to the OVL Group, a family group of companies that moved to Toronto, Canada in the early 1980s to expand its functions to include two additional divisions: Chair Tech Inc, a distributor of Italian marble and modern home furnishings; and Comp Tech Manufacturing, a polyurethane, plastic and foam injection manufacturer. In the late 1980s, the OVL Group expanded its product base to supply leathers to the contract and residential furniture manufacturers, an expansion which eventually led to the incorporation of CTL Leather in the early 1990s. As domestic producers sought leather know-how, CTL expanded its product offering to include Cut-and-Sew manufacturing for the contract and home furnishings industries, as well as the addition of high-end home furnishings components including mechanisms, furniture legs and bases. During this time, CTL also expanded its upholstery leather offerings to include tanneries from Asia and South America. The turn of the century saw CTL further expand its business from residential manufacturers to include architects, procurement companies and interior designers. TODAY
Currently, CTL Leather offers over 25 stocked leather lines in over 600 colours, and over 200 stocked components from its headquarters in Toronto, Canada. OUR GOAL
At CTL, we believe it is for us to show ingenuity and innovation to meet the demands of our customer’s in the supply of leather and related upholstery components. Our principal goal is to provide our clients with the best possible quality, service and support, through a variety of flexible programs and services through which you can expect a high level of customer service, and a commitment to maintain competitive prices. We are constantly evolving, investing and pursuing new opportunities, to provide better and new ways to help our clients achieve success.

08/31/2026

The beauty of Mardi Gras lies in the balance between individual expression and considered protection.

A soft, natural grain provides an inviting foundation, while a rich hand-wipe introduces shifting color and dimension throughout the hide that cannot be seen in a swatch. Because the effect is created by hand, each surface develops its own distinctive visual rhythm.

A light protective treatment helps guard the leather without masking its natural character, allowing designers to specify a leather that feels both unique and thoughtfully finished.

08/27/2026

Every hide, every collection and every shipment represents our commitment to outstanding quality, personalized service and helping our customers create remarkable interiors.

Whether you're designing for hospitality, residential, corporate, automotive or marine environments, we're proud to Deliver Beyond Expectations.

08/25/2026

Mardi Gras is a soft, natural grain leather enhanced by a hand-wipe effect that introduces movement, depth and variation across the hide. No two surfaces express the colour in precisely the same way, giving every installation a distinctive and bespoke character.

Because the hand-wipe effect unfolds across the hide, some of its most beautiful characteristics may not be fully appreciated in a small swatch alone. It's why we often recommend requesting a lot cutting when specifying Mardi Gras, allowing designers and manufacturers to experience the full depth, contrast, and artistry of the leather.

A light protective treatment helps guard the surface without concealing the qualities that make the leather compelling—its grain, tonal movement, and tactile softness remain fully present.

The result is a leather that feels layered and authentic—designed to become even more beautiful with time and use.

08/24/2026

A study in colour, craftsmanship and everyday character.

Made in Dakota Marmalade, this handbag highlights the leather’s smooth surface, subtle two-tone movement, and warm, sunlit hue. Enriched with oils and waxes, Dakota is designed to respond to touch and time—softening, shifting and developing a patina shaped by the way it is carried.

An everyday object made more personal with every use.

08/22/2026

Material selection becomes especially meaningful in hospitality spaces, where every surface is experienced through light, touch, movement and repeated use.

At Baro Toronto, designed by Solid Design Creative Inc., our Dakota Reef introduces rich color and natural character throughout the banquette seating.

The larger application reveals qualities that a small swatch can only begin to communicate: subtle two-tone movement, tonal variation and the expressive depth of a lightly pulled-up aniline leather.

Dakota is enriched with oils and waxes, giving it a smooth, inviting surface that evolves naturally. For designers specifying materials that continue to contribute to an interior long after installation, Dakota demonstrates how everyday use allows the leather to develop a distinctive aged appearance and record the life of the restaurant, becoming part of the design itself.

Made to Mature, Not to Match.

08/19/2026

A small accessory with a strong expression of material.

Crafted in our Dakota Aquamarine, this cell phone lanyard highlights the smooth feel, subtle two-tone movement, and natural character of Dakota leather in an everyday application.

Enriched with oils and waxes, Dakota is designed to respond to touch, movement and time. With regular use, the leather will gradually soften, lighten in frequently handled areas, and develop a patina shaped by the way it is carried.

A thoughtful reminder that even the smallest design details can become more personal with age.

Dakota: Made to Mature, Not to Match.

08/11/2026

Some materials reveal their beauty at first glance.

Others invite you to look a little closer.

Palma is one of those leathers.

Its naturally milled grain creates an organic landscape of peaks, valleys and subtle variations that make every hide entirely its own. Tipped and finished with oils and waxes, Palma responds beautifully to touch, developing an even richer burnish and patina as it becomes part of the spaces it inhabits.

No repeated patterns. No manufactured uniformity. Just authentic leather with character that continues to evolve.

Nature never repeats itself. Neither do we.

Visit our website to learn more about our Palma collection and schedule a presentation with your local Account Executive today.

08/10/2026

Dallas, Bruges, Dublin, Lodge and Queensland may each have their own distinctive look and feel, but they are united by the qualities that make leather such an expressive material: rich color, tactile texture, natural variation and authentic surface character.

Reimagined here as a handcrafted floral arrangement, these collections reveal how leather can move beyond upholstery to become something sculptural, artistic and beautifully unexpected.

Each petal celebrates the individuality of genuine leather—its grain, depth and ability to bring color to life.

08/08/2026

Material selection plays a defining role in shaping memorable hospitality experiences.

At Civil Works in Waterworks Food Hall, Future Studio specified our Palma Black Sable for the custom bar stools, introducing a rich layer of texture and authenticity to the space.

Palma's naturally pebbled grain is created during the milling process, giving every hide a unique pattern with no repeated texture.

Combined with its hand-tipped finish, subtle pull-up effect, and durable aniline construction, Palma develops additional character as it burnishes over time—making each installation as distinctive as the projects it helps bring to life.
Photography: Britney Townsend

07/28/2026

The most compelling materials are the ones that continue to reveal themselves over time.

The Modena sofa by Linea Design Furniture Inc., upholstered in our Stagecoach Rawhide, showcases the enduring appeal of natural leather. Aniline dyed and hand buffed, Stagecoach features a rich hand-wiped effect that highlights the depth, dimension and authentic character of each hide.

Natural grain, tonal variation and subtle nuances are not imperfections—they are the qualities that make every piece unique. As the leather ages, it develops a distinctive patina, adding richness and personality with every year of use.

Character. Comfort. Confidence in every detail.

Address

90 Carnforth Road
Toronto, ON
M4A2K7

Telephone

+14164494770

Website

http://www.ctlleather.com/

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