I'm not fully aware of all the circumstances relating to “Anastasia's law”. Our specialty is really suicide prevention. In my opinion, however, when you consider all safety aspects, confidentiality should not be the priority. One has to report risks, if one feels they are present.
Take, as an example, an article that was published recently in La Presse+, on the verification procedure for gun permits. In Quebec, the office of the Chief Firearms Officer calls on the references that were given. They are asked specific questions, such as whether the person has a marked interest in committing violent acts, in terrorism, or whether he is connected to specific groups in his region. Some very specific questions are asked that do provide an accurate picture of the situation.
In my view, even if there are confidentiality issues, I think it is incumbent upon us to look into the situation as thoroughly as possible.