BlackBerry and the University of Waterloo Expand Partnership to Create First Ever Joint Innovation Program BlackBerry Limited and the University of Waterloo today announced a five-year, multi-million dollar partnership agreement focused on driving research-powered innovation in Canada . Combining the University’s world-renowned research and BlackBerry’s ability to deliver transformational products and services, the two organizations will work together in a unique program designed to fast-track the development of research … BlackBerry Limited (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) and the University of Waterloo today announced a five-year, multi-million dollar partnership agreement focused on driving research-powered innovation in Canada . Combining the University’s world-renowned research and BlackBerry’s ability to deliver transformational products and services, the two organizations will work together in a unique program designed to fast-track the development of research and technology into market-ready products.