Joshua Camacho, a peace officer with the Legislative Protective Service at Ontario’s Queen’s Park, is being remembered after his death in a motor vehicle collision on September, 2026. His passing was confirmed by Ontario Legislative Assembly Speaker Donna Skelly, who described him as a beloved member of the Legislative Assembly family. Camacho had served as a peace officer at Queen’s Park for three years and was known for his professionalism and commitment to service.
Although the headline may describe Camacho as a member of the Legislative Assembly, he was a peace officer serving the legislature rather than an elected member of the provincial parliament. His role placed him among the people responsible for protecting the Queen’s Park community, and his sudden death was felt by colleagues and provincial leaders. Details about the circumstances of the collision have not been publicly released.
Camacho’s commitment to public service also extended beyond his work at Queen’s Park. He was a member of Oakville Marine Search and Rescue and had been involved with the organization since 2014. During his years with the team, he responded to rescue missions, participated in more than 100 hours of training exercises, and chaired its Boat and Equipment Committee, contributing his time and technical skills to keeping the rescue vessel ready for service.
Tributes following his death have reflected the respect Camacho earned through those years of service. Speaker Skelly remembered him for his professionalism and dedication, while Premier Doug Ford expressed condolences to Camacho’s family, loved ones, and colleagues. Opposition Leader Marit Stiles also described his death as a loss for the legislative family and remembered his service at Queen’s Park.
Joshua Camacho’s death represents a painful loss for his family, friends, colleagues, and the communities he served. From the halls of Queen’s Park to the waters around Oakville, his life was defined in part by a willingness to protect others and give his time in service to the community. As those who worked alongside him mourn, Camacho will be remembered not simply for the circumstances of his final journey, but for the years of service, dedication, and fellowship he gave to others.
