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Acquisitions and Other - SLF of Canada UK Limited Disposition (Details) - 12 months ended Dec. 31, 2022 £ in Millions, $ in Millions | CAD ($) | GBP (£)
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Goodwill |  |
Disclosure of detailed information about business combination [line items] |  |
Impairment | $ 170 |
Sun Life UK | Disposal groups classified as held for sale |  |
Disclosure of detailed information about business combination [line items] |  |
Amount of agreement to sell | 385 | £ 248
Net carrying value of assets and liabilities classified as held for sale | 403 |
Sun Life UK | Disposal groups classified as held for sale | Goodwill |  |
Disclosure of detailed information about business combination [line items] |  |
Impairment | $ 170 |

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