NOTE 15. STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	12 Months Ended			348 Months Ended
	Nov. 30, 2013	Nov. 30, 2012	Nov. 30, 2011	Nov. 30, 2013
Stock options	$ 8,135	$ 14,240	$ 6,773
Stock-based compensation	12,304	19,862	8,987	69,403
Performance Share Unit Plan
Stock-based compensation	3,935	2,660	2,080
Deferred Share Unit Plan
Stock-based compensation	234	193	134
Incentive Shares Compensation
Stock-based compensation	$ 0	$ 2,769	$ 0