Edward William Thomson (January 1794 – April 20, 1865) was a farmer and political figure in Upper Canada.

In 1836, he was elected to the 13th Parliament of Upper Canada in the 2nd riding of York.

His older brother Hugh Christopher Thomson was also a member of the legislative assembly.

His grandson, Edward William Thomson, was a journalist and writer.

His niece, Letitia Moyle, married John Malcolm.