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Financial Instruments - Reconciliation of Changes in the Fair Value of Cenovus's Risk Management Assets and Liabilities (Detail) $ in Millions | 9 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2025 CAD ($)
Disclosure of detailed information about financial instruments [abstract] |
As at December 31, 2024 | $ 7
Change in Fair Value of Contracts in Place, Beginning of Year | 57
Change in Fair Value of Contracts Entered Into During the Period | 14
Fair Value of Contracts Realized During the Period | (14)
As at September 30, 2025 | $ 64

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- Definition Gains losses on change in fair value of contracts. + References No definition available. + Details
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- Definition Settlements fair value measurement assets liabilities including discontinued operations. + References No definition available. + Details
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