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Litigation and Regulatory Contingencies - Additional Information (Detail) $ in Millions | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2021 USD ($)
Canadian Taxing Authority [Member] |
Loss Contingencies [Line Items] |
Income tax authority assessment | $ 16.2

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