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Investments in Associates - Additional Information (Detail) - CAD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Oct. 31, 2025 | Oct. 31, 2024
Disclosure of associates [line items] |  |
Terminal growth rate | 4.50% | 4.50%
Cash flows discounted rate | 10.00% | 10.00%
Bank of Xian Co Ltd [member] |  |
Disclosure of associates [line items] |  |
Impairment loss recognized in profit or loss | $ 0 | $ 343
Term of cash flow forecast | 5 years |
Terminal growth rate | 2.00% | 2.00%
Cash flows discounted rate | 11.00% | 12.00%
Impairment loss after tax |  | $ 309

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