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The word "tuque" is not etymologically related to the name of the chef's toque, although "tuque" is sometimes spelt "toque" (though still pronounced /tuk/) by assimilation.

During the 1837 Patriotes Rebellion a red tuque became a symbol of Quebec nationalism. Today some consider tuques to be somewhat lacking in sophistication, though they are indispensable in cold climates. The most famous media characters to sport this kind of hat are the SCTV characters, Bob and Doug McKenzie. Michael Nesmith of the Monkees also wore this hat in his television series.

In the United States, this type of hat is sometimes referred to as a "ski hat." In the U.S. Southern states, it is sometimes called a " toboggan."

There is also a town known as La Tuque, QuebecLa Tuque is a city in northeastern Quebec, Canada on the Saint-Maurice River, between Trois-Rivieres and Chambord. In 1960 it had a population of just over 11,000. It has a major hydroelectric station and a pulp-milling centre. People who were born in La, named after a nearby hill that resembles a tuque.

A beanieA beanie or skully is a soft, close-fitting cap or hat, which is usually made of wool, synthetic material, or fleece. They are worn low on the head, covering the forehead, and can be pulled down over the ears as well. They can be worn by either sex, but a is a similar type of hat.

See also

• Culture of QuebecAs a North America society and the only society on the continent with a French-speaking majority, the culture of Quebec shows many unique features. On the whole, this culture differs from that of the 350 million English-speaking citizens of Canada and the