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Other Long-Term Obligations (Parenthetical) (Detail) (CAD) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | Dec. 31, 2013 | Dec. 31, 2012
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Schedule of Other Liabilities [Line Items] |  |
Employee retirement benefits obligations in current liabilities | 53 | 52
Asset retirement obligations and other environmental liabilities in current liabilities | 154 | 168

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