Title:
The Connected Autonomous Platform Software (CAPS) Project
Agreement Value:
$40,000,000.00
Agreement Date:
Feb 14, 2019 - Jun 30, 2030
Description:
This project is an advanced innovation program aimed at designing and developing a foundational software platform for the next generation of vehicles, including connected and autonomous vehicles.
Organization:
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Expected Results:
This investment will help develop new automated control systems, upgrade and secure communications in vehicles, and improve vehicle safety and security by expanding its advanced driver-assistance system. BlackBerry QNX will also develop and use concept cars as labs for technology and software development.
Location:
Waterloo, Ontario, CA N2K0A7
Reference Number:
033-2018-2019-Q4-810913
Agreement Type:
Other transfer payment
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
871326179
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Additional Information:
The amendment has been completed to change the recipient's legal name to "Blackberry" instead of "QNX" .
Amendment Date
Jan 23, 2025
Recipient's Operating Name:
BlackBerry Limited
Recipient's Legal Name:
BlackBerry Limited
Federal Riding Name:
Kanata--Carleton
Federal Riding Number:
35041
Program:
SIF Stream 1- R&D
Program Purpose:
-Encourage R&D that will accelerate technology transfer and commercialization of innovative products, processes and services;-Facilitate the growth and expansion of firms in Canada;-Attract and retain large scale investments to Canada; and-Advance industrial research, development and technology demonstration through collaboration between academia, non-profit organizations and the private sector.