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Basis of Presentation (Narrative) (Details) CAD in Millions, $ in Millions | 9 Months Ended |  |
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Sep. 30, 2015 segment | Nov. 18, 2015 USD ($) | Jun. 30, 2013 CAD | Jun. 30, 2013 USD ($)
Number of reportable segments | 2 |  |  |
Term Credit Facilities [Member] |  |  |  |
Credit facility, borrowing capacity |  |  | CAD 22 | $ 17.6
Subsequent Event [Member] | Sublimit for Domestic Operations [Member] |  |  |  |
Credit facility, borrowing capacity | $ |  | $ 3.0 |  |

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