UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C., 20549

FORM 6-K

REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15D-16

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the month of July, 2006

[Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20F or Form 40-F.

Form 20-F

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Form 40-F

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This Form 6-K shall be incorporated by reference into the Registration Statement on Form S-8 (File No. 333-134552) and any other Registration Statement filed by the Registrant which by its terms automatically incorporates the Registrant's filings and submissions with the SEC under Sections 13(a), 13(c) or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

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Peace Arch Entertainment Signs Exclusive Canadian Licensing Agreement with Lightworks Program Distribution

Agreement with Award-Winning International Distributor Further Strengthens Peace Arch Television Licensing Business

TORONTO--(MARKET WIRE)--July 14, 2006 -- Peace Arch Entertainment Group Inc. (AMEX:PAE - News) (TSX:PAE - News), a rapidly emerging, vertically integrated film and television company, has entered into an exclusive distribution agreement with LightWorks Program Distribution, a New York-based production and distribution company, under which Peace Arch will retain exclusive rights to license an extensive library of television programs in the fast-growing Canadian marketplace.

LightWorks is a vertically integrated television and new media production, distribution and exhibition company with hundreds of hours of high-quality, award-winning programming.  The new distribution agreement gives the Peace Arch Television division access to a library of award-winning and commercially valuable television programming.  

“We believe LightWorks’ titles will resonate well with broadcasters in Canada,” said Michael Taylor, President of Peace Arch Television.  “Their track record and quality programming makes Lightworks a valuable partner as we continue to expand our television distribution operations and market share.”

Under the agreement, Peace Arch will acquire distribution rights to LightWorks’ extensive library of titles, including Married in America 2, by renowned filmmaker and Directors Guild of America President Michael Apted, and classic television programs such as Davey & Goliath and the BBC co-production of C.S. Lewis: Beyond Narnia.

“Partnering with Peach Arch was a strategic move that we believe will strengthen both our respective companies,” said John Cuddihy, Executive Vice President and Managing Director of Lightworks Program Distribution. “Canada is a significant market for us, and we are pleased to place our library of programs in the hands of Peace Arch, one of North America's fastest growing film and television companies.”

The Peace Arch television division produces and distributes miniseries, movies of the week, lifestyle programming and documentaries.  The Company has recently announced a number of high-profile production and distribution agreements.

About Lightworks Program Distribution

Lightworks Program Distribution offers hundreds of hours of high-quality, award-winning television programming available for licensing in the United States and internationally. Its original programs have aired on Hallmark Channel and other major outlets. Lightworks Program Distribution is the exclusive distributor of programs from Faith & Values Media and other major suppliers. Lightworks Enterprises Inc., the parent company of Lightworks Program Distribution, is a vertically integrated organization that encompasses television and new media production, distribution and exhibition.  For more information, please visit http://www.lightworksdistribution.com/.

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About Peace Arch Entertainment Group Inc.

Peace Arch Entertainment produces and acquires feature film and television programs for distribution to worldwide markets. Its Peace Arch Films division markets and licenses theatrical films oriented towards the major international film festivals such as Cannes, Venice and Toronto. The Company's Archetype Film label focuses on projects in the horror, thriller and action genres. Peace Arch Television specializes in the licensing of the Company's own productions and third party projects to Canadian and international broadcasters, cable and satellite companies. Peace Arch Home Entertainment, under the kaBOOM! Entertainment Inc. banner, is one of the leading distributors of DVDs and related products in Canada. Peace Arch recently entered into an agreement with Castle Hill Productions and Dream LLC to acquire their library of more than 500 classic, contemporary and genre films, which is expected to supplement Peace Arch's own annual output of more than two dozen new feature films and long form television programs. For additional information, please visit www.peacearch.com. For more investor oriented information about Peace Arch Entertainment, visit http://www.trilogy-capital.com/tcp/peace-arch/. For current stock price quotes and news, visit http://www.trilogy-capital.com/tcp/peace-arch/quote.html. To view an Investor Fact Sheet, visit http://www.trilogy-capital.com/tcp/peace-arch/factsheet.html. To read a transcript of a recent Peace Arch investor conference call, or listen to an archived recording, please visit http://www.trilogy-capital.com/tcp/peace-arch/conference.html.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release includes statements that may constitute forward-looking statements, usually containing the words "believe," "estimate," "project," "expect," or similar expressions. These statements are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements inherently involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements. Factors that would cause or contribute to such differences include, but are not limited to, continued acceptance of the Company's products and services in the marketplace, competitive factors, dependence upon third-party vendors, availability of capital and other risks detailed in the Company's periodic report filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. By making these forward-looking statements, the Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements for revisions or changes after the date of this release.

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Contacts:

Peace Arch Entertainment Group Inc. Roy Bodner 310-450-1711 rbodner@peacearch.com	Trilogy Capital Partners Paul Karon Toll-free: 800-592-6067 paul@trilogy-capital.com

   

 

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

					Peace Arch Entertainment Group Inc.
					(Registrant)
Date	July 14, 2006		By		"Mara Di Pasquale"
					(Signature)*
					Mara Di Pasquale, Chief Financial Officer

*Print the name and title under the signature of the signing officer.

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