Pensions and Other Postretirement Benefits (Defined Contribution and Other Plans) (Details) - CAD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2020	Dec. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2018
Retirement Benefits [Abstract]
Employer's contributions	$ 22	$ 23	$ 22

Amount of discretionary contributions made by an employer to a defined contribution plan.

No definition available.

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