The Toronto Blue Jays won't be playing games at Rogers Centre, or anywhere in Canada, this season.

The Canadian government has denied the request for approval to play games in the country amid the coronavirus pandemic.

"We have shared this news with the Blue Jays organization. We remain open to considering future restart plans for the post-season should the risk of virus transmission diminish. We wish the Blue Jays the best of luck as they start the regular season," the Canadian government said in a statement.

"Canada has been able to flatten the curve in large part because of the sacrifices Canadians have made. We understand professional sports are important to the economy and to Canadians. At the same time, our government will continue to take decisions at the border on the basis of the advice of our health experts in order to protect the health and safety of all Canadians."

The U.S.-Canadian border is closed for nonessential travel through Aug. 21 at the earliest and the Canadian government is mandating a 14-day quarantine for anyone crossing the border.