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Santa arrives at Holly Jolly Lodge at Newmarket mall (11 photos)

Mandatory reservations are among the safety protocols in place for visits with Santa at Upper Canada Mall

Santa Claus has arrived at the Holly Jolly Lodge in Newmarket's Upper Canada Mall to get his list ready for Christmas delivery.

Reservations must to be made to visit Santa at the Holly Jolly Lodge from Nov. 12 to Dec. 24 in a new location at centre court near Dollarama.

"We have taken every precaution to ensure a safe experience for your family," said mall marketing manager Christine Seidman.

COVID-19 precautions include mandatory reservations, Plexi-glas barrier, mask wearing, and cleaning of touchpoints.

For a complete list of safety measures, click here.

You can also book a vist with Santa for your pet Nov. 17 and 24 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Reservations are also required, and a portion of proceeds from the photo packages benefit the Ontario SPCA & Humane Society