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Stock-Based Compensation Plans - Narrative (Detail) | 9 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2024 $ / shares shares
Stock Options With Associated Net Settlement Rights |
Disclosure of terms and conditions of share-based payment arrangement [Line Items] |
Weighted average exercise price (in CAD per share) | $ / shares | $ 17.79
Common shares issued in exercise of other equity instruments (in shares) | shares | 562,000
Cenovus Replacement Stock Options |
Disclosure of terms and conditions of share-based payment arrangement [Line Items] |
Weighted average exercise price (in CAD per share) | $ / shares | $ 3.54
Common shares issued in exercise of other equity instruments (in shares) | shares | 29,000

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