William D. Staples (November 10, 1868 – April 21, 1929) was a Canadian farmer, politician, and office holder.

Born in Fleetwood, in the Township of Manvers, Ontario, Staples was educated at the Public School of Fleetwood, the High School of Lindsay and the Winnipeg Collegiate Institute.

He held a 2nd class Teacher's certificate and was a farmer.

He was twelve years in the Municipal Council as Councillor and Reeve of Treherne, Manitoba.

He resigned his seat in 1912 when he was appointed a Grain Commissioner for Canada.