Failed Norwegian Settlement at Gaspe, Quebec

I am interested in hearing any stories about the families that attempted to settle in the Gaspe Area of Quebec in 1860-62. The story suggests that all/most of the families continued on to the States. My family included the Brandt/Brun clan of 3 generations that came from Lofoten, Bodo, Afjord, and ended up in Wisconsin, Minnesota and maybe some in Iowa too. Thanks!