The 2016–17 Highland Football League started in July 2016 and ended on 22 April 2017.
[1][2] Buckie Thistle qualified for the Play-offs after a 9–0 win against Strathspey Thistle on 22 April 2017 secured them the Highland Football League title for the 11th time.
[3] As Highland League champions, Buckie Thistle played East Kilbride, champions of the 2016–17 Lowland League, over two legs.
Buckie Thistle drew the first leg at home 2–2 and lost 2–1 away, losing 3–4 on aggregate.
Therefore, Buckie Thistle will remain in the Highland League for the 2017–18 season.