FIVESTAR GROUP OF COMPANIES
People. Safety. Solutions.
Professional Management. Practical Solutions. Built in Nova Scotia.
Security, community-safety and risk-management services, backed by operational management, field supervision, training, technology and reporting.
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Civil enforcement, process serving, asset recovery and tenancy-related services for organizations, property owners, property managers and legal professionals.
Learn more →A Higher Standard in Service Delivery
Fivestar Group is a professionally managed, family-owned organization committed to safer communities across Nova Scotia through people, accountability and operational excellence.
Professional Management
Experienced leadership, structured operations and a long-term focus.
Operational Excellence
Technology, supervision and training that deliver results.
Community Focus
Local ownership and a commitment to Nova Scotia.
Fivestar Programs
Fivestar-developed programs for specific operational, community-safety, training and tenancy needs.
Tenancy Assist Program (TAP)
Helps landlords of supportive and low-income housing manage tenant conflicts, property damage, building rules and the lawful process if eviction becomes necessary.
Learn more →Safety Support Worker Program (SSW)
A healthcare-informed security model for supportive housing, shelters and community organizations serving people experiencing vulnerability.
Learn more →Fivestar Ambassadors of Nova Scotia (FANS)
Trained ambassadors, ushers, ticket takers and guest-support staff for events, tourism destinations and visitor-facing venues.
Learn more →Fivestar Training Academy
Practical, skills-based training and professional development for Fivestar personnel.
Learn more →The Management Behind Every Contract
Every contract is backed by a management structure, not just the people on site.
- Corporate oversight and defined responsibilities
- Financial and administrative management
- Operations management and field supervision
- Human resources and recruitment
- Training through the Fivestar Training Academy
- Risk management, health and safety
- Technology, including a 24/7 Command Centre
- Digital reporting and client visibility
- Quality assurance and management review
Family-Owned. Nova Scotia Built.
Richard "Rick" Doyle founded Fivestar Bailiff in 2016. In 2020, the business expanded into contract security with 5 Star Security Services. Today, both companies operate under Fivestar Group of Companies, headquartered in Dartmouth.
In 2024, Rick Doyle was named an EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® Atlantic Award winner.
Partnerships & Memberships
- Nova Scotia WCB Safety Certified
- M.D. Burgess and Associates Training Provider
- ASIS International Member
- Canadian Security Association (CANASA) Member
- International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) — Member
- Halifax Chamber of Commerce Member
- Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) Member
- Civil Constables Association of Nova Scotia (CCANS) Member
- Investment Property Owners Association of Nova Scotia (IPOANS) — Member
- Screen Nova Scotia Member
Memberships & Partners
Proud Member
Build Your Career With Fivestar
Fivestar offers frontline, specialized, supervisory, management and corporate roles. The training, responsibility and experience you gain here can support advancement within the organization and opportunities beyond it.
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