Dollar Blitz is a retail franchise company that operates a chain of franchised "dollar" stores throughout North America. Unlike most of the other major players in the industry, Dollar Blitz operates "true" dollar stores, meaning their entire product line retails for only $ 1.00. Dollar Blitz opened its first store in November 2001 and it now has 30 stores in operation and another 60 stores under development, Dollar Blitz is becoming a major player in the dollar store industry.