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Interest expense (Details) (CAD)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2013
Dec. 31, 2012
Schedule of Interest Expense [Line Items]    
Amortization of deferred financing costs 4,326 1,623
Interest on long term debt 21,973 22,916
Other interest (income) expense (276) 624
Total interest expense, net 21,697 23,540
Capital lease obligations
    
Schedule of Interest Expense [Line Items]    
Interest on long term debt 2,716 1,326
Credit facilities
    
Schedule of Interest Expense [Line Items]    
Interest on long term debt 2,424 4,759
Corporate debentures | Series 1 Debentures
    
Schedule of Interest Expense [Line Items]    
Interest on long term debt 12,507 15,208