Inquest into Troy Payash’s 2019 death set to start Aug. 10, 2026

What is happening

• A coroner’s inquest into the death of Troy Payash (died June 15, 2019) will begin at 9:30 a.m. on Monday, August 10, 2026.
• Presiding officer: Dr. Richard Wells. Inquest counsel: Vivian Sim and Philip Tsui.

Where and how to watch

• The inquest will be held by video conference and is open to public viewing.
• Live stream: https://firstclassfacilitation.ca/office-of-the-chief-coroner/inquest-into-the-death-of-troy-payash/

By the numbers

• Expected length: about 10 days
• Witnesses: approximately 13

Why it matters

• The inquest will examine the circumstances of Mr. Payash’s death following an interaction with Ontario Provincial Police officers and the jury may make recommendations aimed at preventing further deaths.

More about inquests

• General information on coroner’s inquests: https://www.ontario.ca/page/coroners-inquests