Severance, acquisition and other costs (Details) - CAD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended	6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2026	Jun. 30, 2025	Jun. 30, 2026	Jun. 30, 2025
Analysis of income and expense [abstract]
Severance	$ (46)	$ (14)	$ (48)	$ (245)
Acquisition and other	(4)	(27)	4	(43)
Total severance, acquisition and other costs	$ (50)	$ (41)	$ (44)	$ (288)

Acquisition-related costs recognised as expense for transaction recognised separately from acquisition of assets and assumption of liabilities in business combination and other costs

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