(2) Where the Registrar is satisfied that the circumstances justify it, he or she may, upon receiving a written request therefor, extend the time, other than the time limit set out in sections 3(2) and 7(1)(a), for filing an application, or taking any proceeding under this Act, upon notice to the parties concerned and upon such terms as he or she may direct and such extension may be granted although the time for doing the act or taking the proceeding has expired.