Gerard, Poncin,in Libin, Belgium,
I am just starting on my mothers side of the family, and know very little about researching genealogy in Belgium - could somebody give me some starting points - like what censuses did they have, birth registration, death certificates, emigration, useful web pages, etc.
My greatgrandfather, Maurice Gerard, was born in 1908, and was the last child to be born in belgium to his parents, Arthur Gerard and Leonie Poncin.Around 1909, they moved to Canada, and had four more children.
Arthur Gerard was born in Libin, Belgium,in 1877.His parents were Honore Gerard and Marie.I don't know any siblings.
Leonie Poncin was born Oct 31 1871 in Liege, Belgium - her parents were Joesph Poncin and Marie Luce Poncelet.I also don't know any siblings for her.
They were married May 24 1905, I believe also in Libin.
Any help anyone can give, is most welcome.
Thank you
Jenna