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OA Leather Supply of Canada has put all the pieces together

Leather saved Ian Guenter’s life. In 2016, the founder of OA Leather Supply had hit rock bottom in the aftermath of a toxic relationship, finding himself where no one wants to be – on the losing end of a ticket for a DUI. Things had to change. Focus had to be found. And after a bit of soul searching, the answer appeared seemingly out of nowhere; he would plunge into leathercraft, making high-end wallets and handbags.

But he didn’t come to the revelation on his own. He’d met with a friend one night, trying to figure out life’s next steps. During that conversation, they discussed leatherwork. Guenter thought about it and liked the idea. And the next morning came

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