Before the Final Four was established, the East and West regionals were held at separate sites, with the winners advancing to the title game.

The qualifier was held as a double knockout tournament, with the winners of the tournament qualifying to the provincials.

Furthermore, a team competition was held in each category, with the winners being decided by combining the performances of a country's top three finishers.

Another open draw was held with the eight winners to determine the four pairings.

Local areas hold their own championships, with the winners from those participating in the province championships.

A 'Ride It First' competition was held with the lucky winners experiencing Stealth before it opened to the rest of the guests.

It was first held in 1873-74, with the first winners being Queen's Park.

In addition to the open dances, contest dances for a particular style and age group are often held, with the top winners receiving a cash prize.

The 2009 final was held in February, with the winners this time being Westminster School.

The competition held with an elimination system of three or four wrestlers in each pool, with the winners qualify for the final.