This union developed out of the Interprovincial Hockey League which ran from 1908-09 to 1909-10. This was a senior league that spread over the Ottawa District and most of Quebec. Its teams were eligible for the Allan Cup. It broke up after the 1913-14 season for many reasons.Amateur hockey in Montreal was focused on local leagues which were less restrictive in player eligibilty.The Ontario Hockey Association objected to this league's exhibitions against quasi-professional American teams. There were also severe differences between the various divisions of the union.