Beloved Edmonton ICU Doctor Darren Markland dies in cyclist accident
Posted September 26, 2025 9:44 am.
Last Updated September 27, 2025 10:29 am.
A longtime and beloved ICU doctor in Edmonton has died.
Doctor Darren Markland was killed while riding his bike in the Rockies near Nordegg.
Markland was born in Rimbey and raised in Stony Plain. After physician training in Calgary, he made his life in edmonton and worked at the Royal Alexandra Hospital.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the doctor spoke frequently with CityNews about the situation inside his unit and Alberta’s healthcare system.
The news is hitting the city with community leaders sharing condolences. Mayor Amarjeet Sohi saying on social media, “To Edmonton, Darren was more than a healer, he was a champion for kindness, justice, community spirit, and had a deep appreciation of the nature that surrounds our beautiful city.”
It is with deep sadness that I extend my heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and the entire Edmonton community on the passing of Dr. Darren Markland - a beloved physician, dedicated advocate, and outdoor enthusiast.
— Amarjeet Sohi (@AmarjeetSohiYEG) September 25, 2025
Dr. Darren’s compassion and unwavering commitment to…
Deeply saddened by news of the passing of Dr. Darren Markland earlier this week.
— Mark Carney (@MarkJCarney) September 25, 2025
Darren was a tireless advocate for patients and health care workers in Edmonton and across Canada. His compassion and dedication made our country stronger. I am keeping his family, and the entire… https://t.co/BDm2I7Ldwy
Markland is survived by his wife and two sons.
An obituary online says doctor markland did not want a funeral. Instead, it asks those who want to honour him to do what he did every day… go outside, ride your bike, enjoy nature, and do something kind for a stranger. He was 54 years old.
