About Fivestar
A family-owned Nova Scotia group whose local leadership directly manages its operating companies.
Built in Nova Scotia
Fivestar began in 2016, when Richard "Rick" Doyle founded Fivestar Bailiff & Civil Enforcement Services. In 2020, the Group expanded into contract security with 5 Star Security Services. Today, both companies and a set of specialized programs are managed from our Dartmouth headquarters.
We have grown by taking on work that demands structure: 24/7 security operations, supportive housing and community services, public-facing facilities, residential properties and civil enforcement.
Leadership Team
Our leaders manage the work directly, from corporate direction to day-to-day operations.
Richard "Rick" Doyle
Founder, President & CEO
PCC, CCM, MFSO, ICSIC. Certified use-of-force instructor. EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2024 Atlantic Award winner.
Zack Doyle
Director of Corporate Services
Tammy Mills
Business Manager
Zeeshan Saleem
Director of Operations
Toby Taylor
Operations Manager
Sarah Hutt
Bailiff Manager
Donovan LeBlanc
Site Manager
Lovepreet Sidhu
Field Manager
Professionally Managed. Family-Owned.
Family ownership means decisions are made locally, by people who plan to run these companies for the long term and who answer for the results. It keeps the Group focused on reputation and relationships, not short-term volume.
Professional management means ownership is supported by defined roles, written procedures, supervision, training, reporting and quality assurance. Clients deal with accountable managers, and employees know who is responsible for what.
Growth With a Purpose
Fivestar grows when there is a real need it can meet well. Each new company or program is built around a defined service, trained people and the management to support it.
Quote
"Our goal has never been to become the biggest provider. It is to build a respected, well-managed organization that our employees, clients and family can be proud of."
Recognition & Memberships
- EY Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2024 Atlantic Award winner (Richard "Rick" Doyle)
- 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
