| Cover | Feb. 11, 2022 |
| Cover [Abstract] | |
| Entity Registrant Name | IGEN NETWORKS CORPORATION |
| Entity Central Index Key | 0001393540 |
| Document Type | 8-K |
| Amendment Flag | false |
| Entity Emerging Growth Company | false |
| Document Period End Date | Feb. 11, 2022 |
| Entity Incorporation State Country Code | NV |
| Written Communications | false |
| Soliciting Material | false |
| Pre Commencement Tender Offer | false |
| Pre Commencement Issuer Tender Offer | false |
| Entity File Number | 333-141875 |
| Entity Tax Identification Number | 20-5879021 |
| Entity Address Address Line 1 | 31772 Casino Drive |
| Entity Address Address Line 2 | Suite C |
| Entity Address City Or Town | Lake Elsinore |
| Entity Address State Or Province | CA |
| Entity Address Postal Zip Code | 92530 |
| City Area Code | 855 |
| Local Phone Number | 912-5378 |
