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General and Administrative - Summary of General and Administrative Expenses (Detail) - CAD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2023 | Dec. 31, 2022
General And Administrative Expenses [Abstract] |  |
Salaries and Benefits | $ 249 | $ 204
Administrative and Other | 342 | 297
Stock-Based Compensation Expense (Recovery) (Note 32) | 97 | 373
Other Incentive Benefits Expense (Recovery) | 0 | (9)
General and Administrative Expenses | $ 688 | $ 865

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