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contingent liabilities (Details) - CAD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended |
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Dec. 31, 2020 | Dec. 31, 2019
Indemnification obligation |  |
Estimated financial effect of contingent liabilities |  |
Claims and lawsuits | Area Code 867 blocking claim |  |
Claims and lawsuits |  |
Damages sought | 135 |
Indemnification obligations |  |
Indemnification obligation |  |
Estimated financial effect of contingent liabilities | $ 0 |

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