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NEW ACCOUNTING STANDARDS AND INTERPRETATIONS NOT YET APPLIED (Details) $ in Millions | Dec. 31, 2017 USD ($)
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IFRS 15 |
Disclosure of expected impact of initial application of new standards or interpretations [line items] |
Impact that initial application of new IFRS is expected to have on retained earnings | $ (2.0)
IFRS 9 |
Disclosure of expected impact of initial application of new standards or interpretations [line items] |
Impact that initial application of new IFRS is expected to have on retained earnings | (1.0)
IFRS 16 |
Disclosure of expected impact of initial application of new standards or interpretations [line items] |
Operating lease liabilities recognized in the consolidated statement of financial position | $ 120.0

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