曼尼托巴州起诉索比斯，原因是阻碍新开杂货店的财产契约。 Manitoba sues Sobeys over property covenants blocking new grocery stores.

曼尼托巴省已对索贝斯公司发起法律行动,挑战该省声称禁止新杂货店在附近开业的限制性财产协议. Manitoba has launched legal action against Sobeys, challenging restrictive property covenants that the province claims prevent new grocery stores from opening nearby. 政府认为这些长期协议可能会持续数十年, 抑制竞争并导致价格上. The government argues these long-term agreements, which can span decades, stifle competition and lead to higher prices. 为了确保公平的市场准入和消费者更低成本, This move is the first enforcement of a new law designed to ensure fair market access and lower costs for consumers.