Lt.-Col. Jesse Van Eijk takes over command of 2PPCLI By: Drew May Save to Read Later The 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry’s new commanding officer says he is honoured and excited to be taking over the historied battalion Advertisement The 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry’s new commanding officer says he is honoured and excited to be taking over the historied battalion "The culture of this unit is fantastic, they’re very positive, professionals," Lt.-Col. Jesse Van Eijk said by phone on Friday. Lt.-Col Jesse Van Eijk. (Submitted) Van Eijk took over command of the battalion, which is located at Canadian Forces Base Shilo, from Lt.-Col. Michael Reekie earlier this week.